The History of the Holocaust

De: Howard Lupovitch

Narrado por: Howard Lupovitch

What gave rise to one of the darkest chapters in human history?

Taught in an accessible and thoughtful manner, this audio course gives you a deeper understanding of the history of antisemitism as well as a lesson in the strength of the human spirit.

In The History of the Holocaust, you’ll reflect on the political, cultural, social, economic, religious, military, and broad historical context in which the extermination of more than five million Jews and other minorities occurred. Although it is difficult to look upon such bald-faced evil, Prof. Howard Lupovitch (PhD, Columbia University) pilots this series with great courage and insight.

In 22 lectures, you’ll examine disturbing developments of the 19th century and early 20th centuries, including:

• The pre-modern religious-based hatred of Jews
• Ultra-nationalist politics and post-war xenophobia
• The Nuremberg Laws and Krystalnacht
• The Final Solution

The mechanization of hatred that made the Holocaust possible raises the bar of unthinkable evil. In our own time, you might wonder how antisemitism compares with other forms of fear and hatred. Ultimately, remembering the Holocaust affords you the opportunity to recognize and confront the pernicious attitudes that denied so many their common humanity. As you examine the aftermath of the Holocaust, including the founding of Israel, you will do so with clear eyes.

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Eye Opening

He explained it so well. I am just so shocked as to why people Hate so freely! I learned about the holocaust in high school and can’t believe people still believe it didn’t happen.
I’m comparing what is happening in todays world (2023) and seeing similarities. Media wanting to bury the important topics just like the mass Jewish killings in WW2. Unbelievable yet history is always to repeat!

A compelling piece on such a tragic event

Through multiple informative and organized lectures, Professor Lupovitch provides a respectful and compelling account of specific histories of the Holocaust and how various subjects relate to struggles we find prevalent today: Prevalence and power of racism, the struggle for survival by an ethnic and religious minority, and the use/misuse of modern science and technology. Professor Lupovitch serves as the listeners unfrightened guide through this tragic historical event, drawing on concepts that connect to such relevant issues in the present. By identifying further historical conflicts from this period of time, we might come up with a strategy to evolve and adapt to future challenges.

Excellent lecture series

It gave me a history and a real foundation to understand the beginning and ending of the holocaust. I highly recommend this

Excellent Treatment of a Sobering Point in History

This course is excellent. I would recommend it to anyone looking to learn more about the Holocaust, and the plight of the Jewish people during the first half of the Twentieth Century.

Professor Howard Lupovitch is the person you want to have teach you about this period. He has a clear and easy mastery of the subject matter. Furthermore, he manages to bring to light complexities and nuances within the tapestry of history in a manner that is easy to follow and digest. He has a pleasant and easy-to-listen-to voice as well.

Prior to hearing this course, I thought myself well-versed in the subject matter (at least for a layman) because I knew a bit about the Nuremburg laws, Krystalnacht, etc. I learned a great deal from this course, particularly in the way it elucidated the Holocaust's position within greater spheres of European and Jewish history, and also spoke about the situation outside of Germany and Poland.

Excellent course

The professor has a clear and pleasant voice. Good presentation of relevant material. Offers alternative points of view.