The International Military Tribunal at Nuremberg, involving the trial of Nazi leaders and war criminals, encompassed the deaths of millions, the pillage of a continent, and the violation of all standards of humanity. It also raised fundamental issues of the rules of law - issues which are still debated today. Drawing on a multiplicity of sources, including extensive interviews with surviving participants, this book sets out to recreate the atmosphere and tensions of Nuremberg. Whether in the courtroom itself, behind the ...
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The International Military Tribunal at Nuremberg, involving the trial of Nazi leaders and war criminals, encompassed the deaths of millions, the pillage of a continent, and the violation of all standards of humanity. It also raised fundamental issues of the rules of law - issues which are still debated today. Drawing on a multiplicity of sources, including extensive interviews with surviving participants, this book sets out to recreate the atmosphere and tensions of Nuremberg. Whether in the courtroom itself, behind the scenes in the defendants' jail, or in the judges' rooms, the horror, bathos, black humour and dramatic clashes of personality are portrayed in a work which is aimed at the general reader and the historian alike.
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New. No Jacket. Book. 8vo-over 7¾-9¾" tall. First 1990 Edition of The Notable Trials Library in quarter red leather with hubbed spine and all edge gilt, marbled endpages, and red bookmark ribbon, no writing, marks, underlining, or bookplates. No remainder marks. Spine is tight and crisp. Boards are flat and true and the corners are square. As printed, with no dust jacket, This collectible, " NEW" condition first edition/first printing copy is protected with a clear polyester archival cover. A stunning, beautiful collectible copy. GIFT QUALITY.
