Eine umfangreiche Studie, die vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart reicht. Schwerpunkte liegen in der Zeit zwischen 1914 und 1938
Bruce F. Pauley Bücher
The book delves into the historical roots of Austrian anti-Semitism, tracing its evolution from the Middle Ages to the Holocaust era, particularly between 1914 and 1938. It challenges the notion of anti-Semitism as a fixed national trait by exploring diverse sources and expressions of this sentiment within Austrian society. By highlighting the significant role Austrians played in Holocaust crimes, the author provides a nuanced understanding of the cultural and historical factors that contributed to this dark chapter in history.
Pauley shows that the Austrian Nazis were not compliant servants to the German Nazi party and that they controlled a fascinating movement troubled by contradictions between perverted idealism and violence. Pauley analyzes the Austrian Nazi party's social composition, leadership problems, slow growth in the 1920s, response to the Great depression, propaganda, structure, SS and SA activities, resistance to the German party, and contribution to the Anschluss of 1938.Originally published in 1987.A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.