Germans who resisted the Nazis

Hans Fallada's "Alone in Berlin" tells the story of Otto and Anna Quangel, an ordinary working-class couple in Berlin during World War II. Their son's death at the front fuels their quiet act of rebellion against the Nazi regime. They leave anonymous postcards criticizing Hitler, risking their lives for a small act of defiance. The novel portrays the everyday struggles and resilience of ordinary people under totalitarian rule. It highlights the power of individual resistance even in the face of overwhelming oppression. The book's stark realism and emotional depth make it a powerful testament to human courage.

Mein Kampf, written by Adolf Hitler while he was imprisoned following the failed Beer Hall Putsch in 1923, is a two-volume work that combines autobiography and political treatise. The book details Hitler's early life, his experiences during World War I, and his increasing antisemitism and militarism. It outlines his vision for Germany, including the need for Lebensraum (living space) in Eastern Europe, and his racist and anti-Semitic views. The work became the central text of National Socialism and a blueprint for Hitler's policies, including aggressive foreign policy and the persecution of Jews and other minority groups.