Lessons of the Holocaust
by Michael R. Marrus
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Pub Date Feb 02 2016 | Archive Date Feb 16 2016
University of Toronto Press | UTP Insights
Description
Although difficult to imagine, sixty years ago the Holocaust had practically no visibility in examinations of the Second World War. Yet today it is understood to be not only one of the defining moments of the twentieth century but also a touchstone in a quest for directions on how to avoid such catastrophes.
In Lessons of the Holocaust, Michael R. Marrus challenges the notion that there are definitive lessons to be deduced from the destruction of European Jewry. Instead, drawing on decades of studying, writing about, and teaching the Holocaust, he shows how its “lessons” are constantly challenged, debated, altered, and reinterpreted.
A succinct, stimulating analysis by a world-renowned historian, Lessons of the Holocaust is the perfect guide for the general reader to the historical and moral controversies that infuse the interpretation of the Holocaust and its significance.
(UTP Insights)
MICHAEL R. MARRUS is the Chancellor Rose and Ray Wolfe Professor Emeritus of Holocaust Studies at the University of Toronto. He is the author or co-author of eight books, including the award-winning The Holocaust in History.
Advance Praise
“There are no ‘lessons’ of the Holocaust. The conclusions people draw from this mind-boggling series of events we call ‘Holocaust,’ that is, the genocide of the Jews at the hands of Nazi Germany and its allies and supporters, are varied, and change over time. That is the core message of this fascinating book by one of the masters of the historical art and a major figure in Holocaust historiography.”
Yehuda Bauer, Professor Emeritus of History and Holocaust Studies, Hebrew University of Jerusalem
“Academic memoir, erudite historiographical essay, provocative challenge to a flood of clichés, thoughtful analysis of the nature and purpose of the historical profession, and intellectual feast – Michael Marrus’ Lessons of the Holocaust is all of these and a constant delight to read.”
Christopher R. Browning, Frank Porter Graham Professor of History Emeritus, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
“Lessons of the Holocaust makes an important argument, relevant to scholars and popular audiences alike: that we must challenge, even discard, unquestioned pieties regarding the Holocaust. This is an excellent, stimulating book, sure to be both well received and widely discussed.”
Susannah Heschel, Eli Black Professor of Jewish Studies, Dartmouth College
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| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781442630062 |
| PRICE | CA$21.95 (CAD) |
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