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“Victor Klemperer, who stays in Germany right the way up to the firebombing of Dresden. His diaries are invaluable accounts, an extraordinary resource and a very, very moving and riveting read.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Jewish emigration from Germany
For: Historians and those interested in Jewish history
Key quote: “Klemperer writes, no one can take my German-ness away from me.”
The host discusses Victor Klemperer's experiences as a Jewish academic in Nazi Germany, highlighting his decision to stay despite the increasing dangers. Klemperer's diaries serve as a crucial historical resource that provides insight into the mindset of Jews during this tumultuous period.