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Blitzed: Drugs in Nazi Germany by Norman Ohler is a captivating international bestseller that unveils a shocking dimension of history. Acclaimed by notable historians such as Dan Snow and Antony Beevor, this extraordinary book delves into the pervasive drug culture that enveloped the Third Reich, reshaping our understanding of this dark era.
In Blitzed, Ohler meticulously investigates how the Nazis, who claimed to be champions against moral decay, were in fact propelled by an array of drugs including cocaine, heroin, morphine, and notably, methamphetamines. These substances were not only consumed by soldiers on the battlefield; they infiltrated various societal levels, affecting everyone from factory workers to housewives, thus playing a vital role in the resilience of German troops and contributing to early military victories in 1940.
As the narrative unfolds, Ohler reveals how the rampant drug use among Hitler and his close associates led to impaired decision-making during pivotal moments of the war. The physician Dr. Morell's administration of dangerous stimulant combinations clouded judgment as the tides of war began to shift against Germany.
With its gripping narrative and groundbreaking revelations, Blitzed: Drugs in Nazi Germany is essential reading for history enthusiasts and anyone interested in understanding the profound impact of drugs on 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: | 04 May, 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.’