Human smoke : the beginnings of World War II, the end of civilization / Nicholson Baker.
2008
D741 .B255 2008 (Mapit)
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Title
Human smoke : the beginnings of World War II, the end of civilization / Nicholson Baker.
Author
Baker, Nicholson.
Edition
1st Simon & Schuster hardcover ed.
ISBN
9781416567844
1416567844
1416567844
Publication Details
New York : Simon & Schuster, 2008.
Language
English
Description
566 p. ; 25 cm.
Call Number
D741 .B255 2008
Dewey Decimal Classification
940.53/11
Summary
This wide-ranging, fresh perspective on the political and social landscape that gave rise to World War II delivers a moving indictment of the treasured myths that have romanticized much of the 1930s and 1940s. Incorporating meticulous research and well-documented sources--including newspaper and magazine articles, radio speeches, memoirs, and diaries--the book juxtaposes hundreds of interrelated moments of decision, brutality, suffering, and mercy. Vivid glimpses of political leaders and their dissenters illuminate the gradual, horrifying advance toward global war and holocaust. Baker's narrative unfolds gracefully, tragically, and persuasively, leaving a profound impact on our perceptions of historical events and mourning the unthinkable loss humanity has borne at its own hand.--From publisher description.
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Includes bibliographical references (p. [529]-545) and index.
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