HOW It HAPPENS. Talk About the German People, 1914 – 1933. With Emma von Pustau. [Hardcover] Buck, Pearl S[ydenstricker. 1892 – 1973]. von Pustau, Emma – Contributor.

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Hardcover is in good condition with normal wear along edges and corners. Sticker residue on front cover. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is secure.

This intriguing volume, published in 1933, offers a unique perspective on the tumultuous events in Germany leading up to the rise of the Nazi regime. Written as a collaboration between renowned author Pearl S. Buck and German writer Emma von Pustau, “HOW It HAPPENS” provides an intimate glimpse into the lives of ordinary German citizens during the turbulent years of 1914 to 1933. Buck, the first American woman to win the Nobel Prize for Literature, was known for her insightful portrayals of cross-cultural experiences, and this work reflects her keen ability to capture the complexities of human experience amidst social upheaval. Von Pustau’s firsthand accounts as a German national lend an authentic voice to the narrative, offering a rare insider’s view of the political and social climate that paved the way for Hitler’s ascension to power. This compelling book serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of democratic institutions and the dangers of unchecked nationalism, making it a valuable addition to any collection focused on 20th-century history, World War I, or the rise of fascism in Europe.