The Nazi Economic Recovery 1932-1938 (New Studies in Economic and Social History)

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Summary: Quick, dirty, informative
Review: Overy has provided a very nice look at the Nazi economic recovery in the period from just before Hitler's coming to power to the beginning of Hitler's most aggressive foreign policy moves. I used this book as a minor source in research for a major 30+ page history paper on the Nazi economy and foreign policy. While too short to be something to rely upon, it is a fine introduction by an excellent historian. Good data is provided as well as some keen insight by the author. If you want to learn about the Nazi pre-war economy in quick fashion this work is perfect.

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Summary: Students, finally here is a book for you!
Review: This is the model book, it is well written, very informative, basic, and easy to read. I find the description on the back cover of the book to be very accurate. From the back cover "The books, all written by a recognized authority in the subject, are intended for students approaching a topic for the first time, and for their teachers". As a matter of fact this book is one of a series of books titled New Studies in Economic and Social History. The author covers everything, though briefly, about the Nazi economic recovery and war on unemployment. Nazi work creation, rearmament, and control of the economy are examples of the topics that are covered in this book. Although it is short it does its job well and it earns its keep. If you are looking to go more in-depth Hitler's Economy: Nazi work creation programs, 1933-1936 by Dan P. Silverman covers the subject far better.