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Adam Tooze

The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy

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In "The Wages of Destruction: The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy," historian Adam Tooze provides a comprehensive and revealing account of the Nazi economy, challenging traditional interpretations that focus solely on military expansion and genocide. Tooze argues that the Nazi regime's primary goal was to establish Germany as a global superpower, and the economy was the driving force behind this ambition. Tooze's analysis is meticulously researched and covers a wide range of topics, including economic policy, industrial production, labor, finance, and foreign trade. He demonstrates how the Nazi regime's economic policies were shaped by the need to prepare for war, the desire to achieve autarky, and the imperative to maintain social stability. Tooze also highlights the critical role of the private sector in the Nazi economy, challenging the notion that the regime was solely responsible for economic decision-making. One of the book's most significant contributions is its exploration of the relationship between the Nazi economy and the regime's broader political and social goals. Tooze shows how the regime's economic policies were closely tied to its ideology, including its commitment to racial purity and its desire to create a new social order. He also examines the economic consequences of the regime's genocidal policies, including the exploitation of forced labor and the plunder of occupied territories. "The Wages of Destruction" is a masterful work of historical scholarship that offers a fresh perspective on the Nazi regime and its legacy. Tooze's analysis is nuanced and sophisticated, and he provides a compelling narrative that will engage both specialists and general readers. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Third Reich, the Second World War, or the economic history of the twentieth century. In conclusion, "The Wages of Destruction" is a groundbreaking study that sheds new light on the Nazi economy and its role in the regime's ambitions for global domination. Tooze's analysis challenges traditional interpretations and offers a more comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the complex relationship between economics, politics, and ideology in the Third Reich. This book is a valuable contribution to the field of modern European history and will be of interest to scholars, students, and general readers alike...

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