The astonishing year when German democracy faced crisis and near
destruction. 1923 was one of the most remarkable years of modern
European history. In January, France and Belgium militarily
occupied Germany's economic heartland, the Ruhr; triggering a
series of crises that almost spiralled out of control.
Hyperinflation plunged millions into poverty. The search for
scapegoats empowered political extremes. Hitler's populism ascended
to national prominence. Communists, Nazis, separatists all thought
that they could use the crises to destroy democracy. None
succeeded. 1923 was the year of Hitler's first victory - and his
first defeat. Fanning the flames of instability, anti-government
and antisemitic sentiment, the Nazis abortive yet pivotal putsch in
a Munich beer hall failed when they were abandoned by their
likeminded conservative allies. Drawing on previously unseen
sources, Mark Jones weaves together a thrilling and resonant image
of a modern society in extreme crisis.
General
Imprint: |
BasicBooks
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Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
May 2023 |
First published: |
2023 |
Authors: |
Mark Jones
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Dimensions: |
234 x 153mm (L x W) |
Format: |
Paperback
|
Pages: |
416 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-5293-6073-8 |
Categories: |
Books >
Humanities >
History >
General
Books >
History >
General
|
LSN: |
1-5293-6073-0 |
Barcode: |
9781529360738 |
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