1 / 6The Hitler Years: Holocaust 1933–1945
The Hitler Years: Holocaust 1933–1945 is Frank McDonough’s illustrated history of Nazi persecution and the Holocaust. The listing describes a year-by-year account drawing on primary sources, survivor testimony and scholarly research, for readers seeking a focused historical narrative.
At a glance
- The listing presents this as the fourth volume in Frank McDonough’s history of Germany from 1918 to 1945.
- Covers persecution and Nazi policies, including the Nuremberg Laws and the Wannsee Conference.
- Described as fully illustrated and based on primary sources, survivor testimony and scholarly research.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The stated 416-page length and year-by-year approach offer scope for readers wanting more than a brief overview.
- The described use of primary sources and survivor testimonies may suit readers interested in historical evidence and lived experience.
- Illustrations are stated as part of the volume.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Apollo |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 3 March 2026 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 416 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1035912481 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1035912483 |
| Weight listed | 916 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 16.76 x 3.05 x 24 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers looking for an illustrated history focused on the Holocaust and Nazi persecution.
- Readers interested in a detailed account drawing on primary sources and survivor testimonies.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a light or fictional treatment of the subject.
- Readers who want a broad survey of all aspects of the Second World War rather than a focused history of Nazi persecution and the Holocaust.
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Frequently asked questions
What period does the book cover?
The title gives the period as 1933–1945. The listing also says it discusses the development of persecution in the 1920s.
What is the book’s stated approach?
The listing describes a year-by-year account using primary sources, survivor testimony and scholarly research.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 416 pages.
