Inhaltsangabe
Excerpt from Changing Germany
The publication of another book about Germany in connection with the war may require some explanation, even if defence is difficult. It may, therefore be well to state that the following chapters, written to please no one and at no'b'ody's invitation, were the outcome of a disappointment. When, upon the outbreak of war, I was compelled hastily, to quit my home in Charlottenburg, leaving behind me books and clothes, and even a carefully packed trunk which had been intended to accompany me to the only unexploited valley. In the Canto-11 Valais (an annual illusion whose destruction is, however, rarely unpleasant), I found that, for a time at any rate, there was nothing to do but take a holiday, the first long holiday. In England for thirteen years. Every b'ody was talking war, of course, and finally, since there was nothing better to do, I began to try to review, like a cinematograph, some of the most striking scenes of life in Germany, whereof I had been a spectator, and to wonder if somehow the.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Die Inhaltsangabe kann sich auf eine andere Ausgabe dieses Titels beziehen.
Weitere beliebte Ausgaben desselben Titels
Suchergebnisse für Changing Germany (Classic Reprint)
Foto des Verkäufers
Changing Germany (Classic Reprint)
Print-on-DemandAnbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Verkäuferbewertung 4 von 5 Sternen
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. Set against the backdrop of the First World War, this book explores the complexities of early 20th-century German society and the origins of the conflict. The book argues that Germany's rapid industrialization and militarization in the decades leading up to the war caused a profound shift in German culture and morality, creating a society obsessed with discipline, obedience, and nationalistic fervor. The book examines the decline of traditional German values, the rise of a new, materialistic culture, and the increasing influence of the state in all aspects of German life. It argues that these changes created a breeding ground for the authoritarianism and militarism that ultimately led to the outbreak of war. Ultimately, the book provides a thought-provoking insight into the dangers of unchecked nationalism and the importance of preserving individual liberty and democratic values. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330809167_0
Neu kaufen
EUR 18,73
Versand gratis
Versand von Vereinigtes Königreich nach USA
Versand von Vereinigtes Königreich nach USA
Anzahl: Mehr als 20 verfügbar
Beispielbild für diese ISBN
Changing Germany Classic Reprint
Anbieter: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, USA
Verkäuferbewertung 5 von 5 Sternen
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781330809167
Beispielbild für diese ISBN
Changing Germany Classic Reprint
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
Verkäuferbewertung 4 von 5 Sternen
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781330809167
Neu kaufen
EUR 24,93
EUR 4,81 Versand
Versand von Vereinigtes Königreich nach USA
Versand von Vereinigtes Königreich nach USA
Anzahl: 15 verfügbar