The Last Winter of the Weimar Republic

In The Last Winter of the Weimar Republic, authors Rudiger Barth and Hauke Friederichs provide a gripping day-by-day account of the tumultuous final months of Germany's Weimar Republic. Set against the backdrop of a crumbling economy and violent political strife, the narrative explores the desperate maneuvers of party leaders, including Chancellors Franz von Papen and Kurt von Schleicher, as they attempt to navigate the rising tide of Adolf Hitler's Nazi Party. Utilizing a rich array of primary sources, this work offers a nuanced portrait of a pivotal era marked by intrigue, backroom deals, and the impending collapse of democracy.