The Strassmanns: Science, Politics and Migration in Turbulent Times (1793-1993) by W. Paul Strassmann - 2008-05-01

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Berghahn Books. New. 2008. 1st Edition. Hardcover. New.

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Herndon, Virginia, U.S.A.: Berghahn Books. 262pp hardback, well illustrated in bw, near fine . Near Fine. Hardcover. 2008.

New York: Berghahn Books, 2008. Book. Fine. Hardcover. Signed by Author(s). First English Edition. 262 pages with Notes, Appendices (Family Trees), Bibliography, and Index. "Across six generations and two hundred years, this book tells the story of a German-Jewish family who emigrated from Rawicz, Poland, first to Prussian Berlin, and finally to America. In Berlin they found success in politics, medical science, theatre, and aviation and considered themselves German patriots, With the catastrophe of the First World War and its aftermath, they suffered rejection, threats, and persecution as their fellow citizens became unhinged by Nazism, forcing Strassmanns into exile abroad where they again made their mark and rebuilt successful careers. This book is populated by extraordinary characters, such as Wolfgang, the convicted revolutionary of 1848 who nevertheless led urban reform; by Ernst, who directed the only liberal anti-Nazi resistance movement; and by Antonie, a celebrated actress and… Read More

Berghahn Books, 2008-05-01. English Language Ed. Hardcover. Used:Good.

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Berghahn Books, 2008-06-01. Hardcover. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!