The Encyclopedia Of The Third Reich [Paperback]

Christian Zentner (Author), Friedemann Bedurftig (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 21, 1997

This encyclopedia dissects in unprecedented detail the structure and spirit of the Third Reich. More than 3000 entries by leading German historians encompass the full spectrum of Nazi politics, culture, sports, religion, education, and economics as well as key events, battles, laws, and ideological notions. This volume goes beyond its primary focus on Germany to include articles on other nations and their citizens who were touched by the Third Reich, whether through occupation, alliance, resistance, or collaboration. Sample entries include: abortion, anti-Semitism, architecture, Leo Baeck, Bertolt Brecht, Buchenwald, degenerate art, Marlene Dietrich, Albert Einstein, euthanasia, Anne Frank, Gypsies, Reinhard Heydrich, Hilter Youth, Kristallnacht, Benito Mussolini, neo-Nazism, Olympic Games, Pope Pius XII, Albert Speer, the SS, Stalingrad, Volkswagen, and much more. Over 1200 uncommon photographs, posters, and drawings add a visual dimension that makes this an essential pictorial record of the era as well as an outstanding example of scholarship.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

This "definitive reference source" was initially published as a two-volume set in 1991. A $175 price tag unfortunately prevented its purchase by many libraries. This paperback edition combines both volumes for a much nicer price. Essential for all history collections.
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: German

Product Details

• Paperback: 1162 pages
• Publisher: Da Capo Press (August 21, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0306807939
• ISBN-13: 978-0306807930
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.6 x 2.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,410,512 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars From A to Z!, April 28, 2000

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This review is from: The Encyclopedia Of The Third Reich (Paperback)

Very informative and filled with historical photos along with fascinating articles from the Third Reich. Some minor areas could use more detail, but the over all look is excellent. Truly the "...definitive reference source..." on the Third Reich.

This book is a must for students and historians of World War II.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Very Good Book I Ever Have!, January 6, 2003

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Lucas Ony (Indonesia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Encyclopedia Of The Third Reich (Paperback)

This encyclopedia is very recommended to every WWII enthusiasts. It provides us with detail information and supporting pictures. The detail helps me a lot to create dioramas of the WWII theatre. Many dioramas I made are based on the reference of this book. I do hope there is another book like this to help many WWII enthusiats in the world to have a good reference.

3 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Terribly concise and all-encompasing, November 10, 1998

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This review is from: The Encyclopedia Of The Third Reich (Paperback)

While certain subjects contain more elaboration than others, the overall picture is 100% complete. If it is in anyway connected to the Third Reich (and in many cases the Reichs prior), it is in here.