The Frankfurt Auschwitz Trial, 1963-1965: Genocide, History, And The Limits Of The Law
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Author: Devin O. Pendas
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2006
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
This scholarly work meticulously chronicles the landmark Frankfurt Auschwitz Trial, a pivotal moment in post-war Germany that confronted the atrocities of the Holocaust through legal proceedings. It presents a rigorous analysis of how the trial grappled with the unprecedented nature of genocide, examining the challenges faced by the judiciary in prosecuting crimes against humanity decades after their occurrence. The text details the complex interplay between historical memory, legal frameworks, and the societal imperative for justice, illustrating the profound limitations and enduring significance of law in addressing such monumental evil. Pendas’s authoritative account offers critical insights into the trial's impact on German society and international legal discourse, arguing for its lasting legacy in shaping our understanding of accountability for mass atrocities.
Author: Devin O. Pendas
Published: 2006, Cambridge University Press
Author: Devin O. Pendas
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2006
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
This scholarly work meticulously chronicles the landmark Frankfurt Auschwitz Trial, a pivotal moment in post-war Germany that confronted the atrocities of the Holocaust through legal proceedings. It presents a rigorous analysis of how the trial grappled with the unprecedented nature of genocide, examining the challenges faced by the judiciary in prosecuting crimes against humanity decades after their occurrence. The text details the complex interplay between historical memory, legal frameworks, and the societal imperative for justice, illustrating the profound limitations and enduring significance of law in addressing such monumental evil. Pendas’s authoritative account offers critical insights into the trial's impact on German society and international legal discourse, arguing for its lasting legacy in shaping our understanding of accountability for mass atrocities.