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The Coming of the Third Reich   Richard J. Evans
Measured, scholarly, and detailed history of the political rise of the Nazis. Starts with the political conditions in Germany from Bismarck. Surprising how unoriginal the Nazis were, just more violent and better organized. Far too many electoral demographics for my taste, but highly relevant. Excellent account of the Nazification of all levels and aspects of German politics and society primarily by the directed intimidation by unrestrained physical violence. Good use of diaries that provide a fascinating insight into areas of German society. Interested particularly in the intellectual and cultural Nazification. Excellent summation at the end. Very well done.