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Mentioned in 15 episodes

The world of yesterday

Book • 2013

Stefan Zweig's "The World of Yesterday" is a poignant memoir reflecting on the author's life in Vienna before and during the rise of Nazism.

Zweig's evocative prose paints a vivid picture of a bygone era, capturing the cultural vibrancy and intellectual ferment of pre-war Vienna.

The memoir explores themes of memory, loss, and the fragility of civilization.

Zweig's personal experiences and observations provide a profound insight into the social and political changes that transformed Europe in the early 20th century.

The book is a testament to Zweig's literary skill and his ability to convey profound emotions with grace and sensitivity.

It's a moving and insightful reflection on a world lost to history.

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Mentioned in 15 episodes

Mentioned by

Tom Holland

while discussing the outbreak of World War I and the atmosphere in Austria before the war.

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Mentioned by

Douglas Murray

when discussing the difficulties of sex in pre-World War I Vienna.

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Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a beautiful memory of Europe before World War I, read while fleeing Nazis.

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Mentioned by

Tom Holland

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Dominic Sandbrook

while discussing the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.

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Mentioned by Stephen Dubner as a heartbreaking book about Vienna's lost potential.

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586. How Does the Lost World of Vienna Still Shape Our Lives?

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Sam Harris

along with "The Pity of It All", as a book about life in Germany for German Jews before 1933.

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Ben Shapiro

, reflecting on the decline of Western cities and drawing parallels to historical anti-Semitism.

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Mentioned by

Daniela Amodei

as an interesting read about the mid-20th century in Europe.

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Mentioned by

John Gray

as the author of "The World of Yesterday."

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Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

when discussing the concept of happiness.

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Recommended by

Mark Suster

as a book detailing life in Austria before and during World War I and II.

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Mentioned by

Amit Varma

when discussing the dangers of complacency and the possibility of unforeseen conflicts.

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Referenced by

Russ Roberts

in relation to World War I's impact on art.

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Referenced by

Matthew Schmitz

, who discusses the relationship between sex and eroticism, and the changes in fashion.

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Mentioned by

Anne Bogel

as an author whose works are recommended for those traveling to Austria.

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Mentioned by

Ben Shapiro

when talking about Karl Luger and the state of major cities in the West.

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Mentioned by

Alisa Kuzmina

as a book read by her students.

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Mentioned by Henry Hitchings while discussing Viennese cafe culture and its significance.

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Recommended by

Emma Southon

for its eloquent portrayal of pre-war Vienna and the author's bewilderment at the outbreak of World War I.

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Mentioned by

Jason Palmer

as a writer for The Economist and 1843 magazine, discussing the cultural significance of restaurants.

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