The Holocaust Introductory Essays

The three sections of this book cover the events of the Holocaust as well as responses to this appalling tragedy. The first section surveys the history of the Holocaust and anti-semitism, the Nazi rise to power, the stages of Nazi persecution from 1933-39, the "Final Solution," and the possibilities of rescue and resistance. The second section examines the language, literature, art, and music of the Holocaust, as well as films and videos relating to the Holocaust. The thirst and final selection deals with the lessons and legacies of the Holocaust, including the prosecution of Nazi war criminals, religious and philosophical questions relating to the Holocaust, present-day racism and antisemitism, and issues of Holocaust survival. The well-rounded picture presented is intended for school and college students, teachers, and general reader.