Sir Richard John Evans FBA FRSL FRHistS FLSW is a British historian of 19th- and 20th-century Europe with a focus on Germany. He is the author of eighteen books, including his three-volume The Third Reich Trilogy (2003–2008). Evans was Regius Professor of History at the University of Cambridge from 2008 until his retirement in 2014, and President of Cambridge's Wolfson College from 2010 to 2017. He has been Provost of Gresham College in London since 2014. Evans was appointed Knight Bachelor for...
The Third Reich in power, 1933-1939
The Third Reich in power, 1933-1939
Synopsis
Richard J. Evans continues his definitive history of Nazi Germany, focusing on the years 1933-1939. This volume details the nation's radical reshaping under Hitler's rule and the increasing persecution of those deemed 'unworthy.' It culminates with Germany on the brink of war in September 1939, exploring how the country reached that point in just six years.
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The Third Reich in power, 1933-1939Unknown, 2005
941 pages
Allen LaneLanguage: EnglishISBN: 9780713996494First Edition5 editions available
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Third Reich in Power part of a series?
This book is the second volume in Richard J. Evans's acclaimed trilogy on the history of Nazi Germany, following "The Coming of the Third Reich" and preceding "The Third Reich at War." While each volume can be read independently for specific periods, they offer a comprehensive narrative when read in order.
What makes this history distinct from other books on Nazi Germany?
Richard J. Evans's work is distinguished by its meticulous archival research and its focus on the social and cultural history of the Third Reich, examining how ordinary Germans experienced and participated in the regime. It integrates political and military events with a deep analysis of everyday life and institutional changes.
Is this book suitable for academic study?
This volume is widely regarded as a definitive scholarly work and is frequently cited in academic literature and university courses on twentieth-century European history and the history of Nazi Germany. Its comprehensive scope and detailed analysis make it a foundational text for serious students of the period.