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Richard J. Evans, "Hitler's People: The Faces of the Third Reich" (Penguin, 2024)

New Books in Sociology

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Unraveling Nazi Germany: A Personal Journey

In this chapter, the speaker recounts their personal experiences that ignited their interest in German history, particularly Nazi Germany, starting from their childhood in post-war London. They discuss the evolution of historical discourse on Nazism, including a pivotal legal case that highlighted the role of historians in addressing Holocaust denial. The chapter culminates in their reflections on writing 'Hitler's People', detailing the unique approach to profiling the various individuals connected to the Nazi regime.

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