Description
Authors Roselle K. Chartock and Jack Spencer
Publisher Black Dog & Leventhal (January 4, 1995)
Binding Hardcover with dustjacket
Condition like new inscribed with the signature of the author Jack Spencer
Summary
"Can It Happen Again? Chronicles of the Holocaust" is a profound and thought-provoking compilation edited by Roselle K. Chartock and Jack Spencer. This anthology brings together a wide array of eyewitness accounts, literary reflections, and scholarly articles that chronicle the horrors of the Holocaust. The book includes contributions from notable figures such as Anne Frank, Elie Wiesel, Primo Levi, and George Orwell, among others, who provide personal insights into the atrocities committed during one of history's darkest periods.
The anthology delves into the experiences of survivors, the psychological impact of the Holocaust, and the moral questions it raises. It also explores the chilling question of whether such an atrocity could occur again in the modern world, examining the conditions and warning signs that could lead to a recurrence. The book serves as both a historical record and a cautionary tale, urging readers to remember the past and remain vigilant against the forces of hatred and intolerance that could lead to similar tragedies.
"Can It Happen Again? Chronicles of the Holocaust" is an essential resource for students, educators, historians, and anyone interested in understanding the Holocaust and its lasting impact on humanity.
Roselle K. Chartock, Ed.D., is professor of education at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. She taught social studies for fifteen years at Monument Mountain Regional High School in Great Barrington, MA, where she resides. Her most recent publications include Educational Foundations: An Anthology and a chapter in Including Music in a Study of the Holocaust. She continues to write, lecture, and offer workshops on the subject of the Holocaust.
Jack Spencer has been part of the Berkshire Hills Regional School system in Great Barrington, MA for 30 years as a social studies teacher, principal, and assistant superintendent. He lives in Stockbridge, MA.