This collection of essays investigates the historical phenomenon of antisemitic pogroms within modern German history, tracing their evolution from the Hep Hep riots to the eve of the Holocaust. The book, edited by Christhard Hoffmann, draws upon a range of scholarly essays to examine the causes, manifestations, and consequences of organized violence against Jewish communities. It focuses on key historical moments, including the Hep Hep riots of 1819 and the Reichskristallnacht pogrom of 1938, to understand the persistent nature of antisemitism in Germany. The essays collectively build an argument about the role of exclusionary violence in shaping German society and its trajectory towards the Holocaust.

The collection is noted for its coherent and well-focused approach to a sensitive and critical aspect of German history. Scholars and readers interested in the roots of the Holocaust and the persistent nature of antisemitism will find this a valuable resource. The essays provide a detailed examination of specific historical events, contributing to a deeper understanding of the societal forces that led to extreme persecution. The book serves as an important contribution to the study of modern German history and the long history of anti-Jewish violence.