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Blitzed: Drugs in Nazi Germany by Norman Ohler is a gripping international bestseller that uncovers a startling facet of history. Acclaimed by figures such as Dan Snow and Antony Beevor, this remarkable book dives deep into the drug culture that permeated the Third Reich, challenging our understanding of this dark chapter in human history.
In Blitzed, Ohler meticulously explores how the Nazis, who positioned themselves as warriors against moral decay, were actually fueled by an array of substances including cocaine, heroin, morphine, and notably, methamphetamines. These drugs were not limited to the soldiers on the front lines; they infiltrated all levels of society, from factory workers to housewives, playing a crucial role in the resilience of German troops and even contributing to initial military successes in 1940.
As the narrative unfolds, Ohler reveals how the rampant use of drugs among Hitler and his inner circle led to impaired decision-making during critical moments of the war. The physician Dr. Morell administered dangerous combinations of stimulants, which ultimately clouded judgment as the tides of war turned against Germany.
With its compelling narrative and groundbreaking revelations, Blitzed: Drugs in Nazi Germany is essential reading for history enthusiasts and those seeking to understand how drugs influenced one of the most significant conflicts of the 20th century.
ISBN: | 9780141983165 |
Author: | Norman Ohler |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Dimensions: | 130 x 197 x 23 mm |
Publication Date: | 05 April, 2017 |
Pagination: | 368 pages |
Weight: | 272g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’