Drunk on Genocide by Edward B. Westermann PAPERBACK 9781501770159

Cornell University Press

Explore the disturbing intersection of alcohol consumption and mass atrocities in "Drunk on Genocide: Alcohol and Mass Murder in Nazi Germany" by Edward B. Westermann. This meticulously researched book delves into how alcohol influenced the perpetrators of some of history's most horrific crimes. Discover the psychological and social factors that contributed to the atrocities, with a specific focus on the role of alcohol. Westermann provides a compelling analysis of the decision-making processes and the environment that enabled mass murder. Key aspects explored include: * The role of alcohol in the German military and SS culture. * How drinking may have desensitized individuals to violence. * The historical context of alcohol use in Germany during the Nazi era. * The psychological impact on perpetrators and their actions. This paperback edition offers a comprehensive and accessible examination of a crucial, yet often overlooked, aspect of Nazi Germany. Product Summary: Drunk on Genocide, Alcohol and Mass Murder, Nazi Germany, Edward B. Westermann, Paperback Book, Historical Analysis, World War II.