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Business and Industry in Nazi Germany

The Role of Corporations during the Hitler Regime

Jonathan Huener editor Francis R Nicosia editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Berghahn Books, Incorporated

Published:1st Mar '04

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This insightful book examines the role of businesses in Nazi Germany, highlighting their involvement in the regime's crimes and ethical implications.

In the past decade, the examination of Germany's economic elites during the Hitler era has gained renewed attention in both historical research and public discourse. The book Business and Industry in Nazi Germany brings together a distinguished group of scholars who have played a pivotal role in this exploration. Their contributions present a thorough synthesis of contemporary knowledge, providing readers with an insightful overview of the complex interplay between business and the Nazi regime.

This volume serves as a concise yet informative introduction to the involvement of German businesses and industries in the atrocities committed during Hitler's Third Reich. By addressing this significant topic in an accessible manner, Business and Industry in Nazi Germany not only caters to students and general readers but also stimulates critical discussions about the ethical responsibilities of corporations in times of political upheaval.

Furthermore, the relevance of this book extends beyond historical analysis, as it resonates with ongoing debates surrounding business-state relationships, corporate social responsibility, and the impacts of globalization. The insights gathered in this collection are particularly timely, encouraging readers to reflect on the lessons of the past and their implications for contemporary economic practices and governance.

"This stimulating volume …offers students and the interested general reader an excellent introduction to the topic…This very readable collection is ideally suited as a point of orientation for future research on the question of corporate behaviour and corporate social responsibility under the NS-dictatorship."  ·  Ingo Köhler, in sehepunkte 5

"With its five concise case studies, the book gives a good insights into methods, trends and results of recent research."  ·  Historische Zeitschrift

ISBN: 9781571816535

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 422g

176 pages