Goebbels and 'Total War'

In "Goebbels and 'Total War'," renowned historian Peter Longerich explores the chilling and impactful Sports Palace speech delivered by Nazi Propaganda Minister Joseph Goebbels on February 18, 1943. This definitive English translation analyzes the historical context leading up to the speech, its orchestrated delivery, and its significant influence on Nazi propaganda. Longerich examines Goebbels's journey from a struggling demagogue to a pivotal figure in the campaign for total war, illustrating the manipulation behind one of history's most infamous rhetorical performances.