Young Germany: A History of the German Youth Movement
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Author Description
First published in 1962, this book examines Germany's Free Youth Movement, a revolt of the younger generation in Germany from 1896 to 1933. This movement was one of the most significant factors in shaping modern Germany. Laqueur, who grew up in Germany, retraces the history of the movement, its central ideas, and its cultural background. He begins with its origins in 19th century, and goes on to examine the Jewish question, before moving on to the movement's roots in Germany around the time of the rise of National Socialism in the late 1920's and early 1930's. This book inspires all the ideas which continue to preoccupy proponents and students of generational conflict today.
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THE THESIS
This book investigates the origins, development, and societal impact of the German Free Youth Movement between 1896 and 1933. Walter Laqueur, a historian with personal experience of the German cultural landscape, utilizes historical analysis to examine how this generational revolt influenced the trajectory of modern Germany. He presents a framework that connects the movement's ideological foundations to the broader political shifts leading into the rise of National Socialism.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Historical analysis of the German Free Youth Movement from 1896 to 1933
- Examination of the movement's central ideological tenets and cultural origins
- Investigation into the role of the Jewish question within the youth movement
- Contextualization of generational conflict during the transition to the National Socialist era
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this work as a foundational text for understanding the sociological roots of German youth culture in the early 20th century. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose and the author's ability to synthesize complex political movements into a coherent historical narrative.
Page Count:
274
Publication Date:
2017-01-01
Publisher:
Taylor and Francis
ISBN-10:
0203704509
ISBN-13:
9780203704509
History
Sociology
Youth movements
German history
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