Learning from the Germans: Race and the Memory of Evil
Learning from the Germans: Race and the Memory of Evil
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019
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BetaLearning from the Germans: Race and the Memory of Evil
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019434
Book • Nonfiction
Germany • 20th century
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Learning from the Germans: Race and the Memory of Evil, Susan Neiman examines how societies confront historical injustices. By comparing Germany's post-Holocaust processing with American racial reconciliation efforts, Neiman explores national memory, responsibility, and the path to justice, encouraging introspection and transformative discourse for addressing systemic wrongs.
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Contemplative
Challenging
Inspirational
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Susan Neiman's Learning from the Germans: Race and the Memory of Evil is praised for its insightful analysis of historical accountability and racial injustice. Positive reviews highlight its comparative approach and engaging narrative. Criticisms point to occasional overly broad conclusions and complex prose. Overall, the book is a thought-provoking contribution to understanding moral history.
Who Should Read Learning from the Germans: Race and the Memory of Evil?
A reader who values historical reflection on morality and national memory would appreciate Susan Neiman’s Learning from the Germans: Race and the Memory of Evil. Fans of Ta-Nehisi Coates’ Between the World and Me or Claudia Rankine’s Citizen would find resonance in its exploration of confronting past injustices.
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Book • Nonfiction
Germany • 20th century
2019
Adult
18+ years
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