Klaus-Peter Hoffmann Books

"I am immortal!" exulted Hitler in the wake of the failed assassination plot of July 20, 1944. As Peter Hoffmann shows in this startling book, that bombing was only the best known of more than thirty attempts on Hitler's life, the first coming as early as 1921, when he was the leader of the German worker's party. Using extensive archival material, Hoffmann details these assassination plots and outlines the fanatically complex security measures that developed to keep Hitler safe. He analyzes Hitler's SS escort and the other security groups responsible for his life—there were so many of them that they often counteracted one another—together with their arrangements for his transportation, public appearances, residences, and wartime headquarters. Providing remarkable new information about the workings of those devoted to defending and destroying him, this book is an invaluable contribution to the history of the Third Reich.

The book explores the early life of Stauffenberg and his influential relationships, particularly with his brothers and the poet Stefan George's circle, which shaped their resistance against Hitler's regime. It chronicles their transition from conventional opposition to the dramatic assassination attempt on July 20, 1944. Utilizing a wealth of sources, including family documents and contemporary accounts, the author offers an in-depth analysis. This revised edition features a new preface and insights gained since its original publication, reflecting Hoffmann's expertise, which informed the film Valkyrie.

"Using new evidence and thus far under-researched documents, this book describes the actions of Carl Goerdeler, the German resistance leader who consistently engaged in efforts to protect the Jews against persecution"-- Provided by publisher

Hydrogen is the most abundant element in the universe. An invisible, tasteless, colorless gas, it can be converted to nonpolluting, zero-emission, renewable energy. When burned in an internal combustion engine, hydrogen produces mostly harmless water vapor. It performs even better in fuel cells, which can be 2.5 times as efficient as internal-combustion engines. Zero-emission hydrogen does not contribute to CO2-caused global warming. Abundant and renewable, it is unlikely to be subject to geopolitical pressures or scarcity concerns. In this new edition of his pioneering book Tomorrow's Energy, Peter Hoffmann makes the case for hydrogen as the cornerstone of a new energy economy. Hoffmann covers the major aspects of hydrogen production, storage, transportation, fuel use, and safety

This book examines the extraordinary personality of Claus Count Stauffenberg, a key figure in the 1944 coup attempt against Hitler. Stauffenberg's personality is thrown into relief by a study of his two brothers and other family members and friends. The three Stauffenberg brothers, Berthold, Alexander, and Claus, were inseparable both emotionally and intellectually. Their view of human existence was rooted in their south-German aristocratic background, in classical antiquity, and in Christian culture. This 'family biography' describes how the brothers' professions and their political and military environments led them to take fundamental positions on their government's and Hitler's tyranny. Inevitably the book focuses on Claus Count Stauffenberg's military career and his fight to overthrow Hitler, culminating in the attempted assassination and coup of 20 July 1944. No other work has yet probed Stauffenberg's life and mind so deeply, or has offered such a comprehensive account of resistance to Hitler at the highest administrative level.

The English version of the book has been extensively revised and expanded since its original publication in German. This edition includes a new preface and an updated bibliography.

The book features a compelling compilation of writings from individuals who resisted Hitler's regime from within Nazi Germany. It highlights the courage and moral dilemmas faced by these dissenters, providing firsthand accounts of their struggles against oppression. Through personal narratives and reflections, the collection sheds light on the complexities of resistance, the risks involved, and the enduring fight for justice in a time of tyranny.

Packed with detailed examples and illustrations, PRECISION MACHINING TECHNOLOGY, Third Edition, provides an ideal introduction to today's machine tool industry, equipping readers with a solid understanding of fundamental and intermediate machining skills. Aligned with the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Machining Level I Standard, the text can help readers achieve NIMS credentials. PRECISION MACHINING TECHNOLOGY carries NIMS' exclusive endorsement and recommendation for use in NIMS-accredited Machining Programs, and the Third Edition includes expanded coverage of CNC programming, updated images, and newly formatted multi-step procedures that are even easier to follow. The text continues to emphasize safety throughout, and it includes thorough coverage of a wide range of topics, including hand tool basics, job planning, benchwork, layout, drill press, lathe, milling, grinding, and CNC. Within the companion Workbook and Shop Manual, review material can help readers master key concepts, while guided practice operations and hands-on projects using a wide range of machine tools pave the way for NIMS credentialing success. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

80 JAHRE ATTENTAT VOM 20. JULI 1944 - die große Biographie von Claus Graf von Stauffenberg Am 20. Juli 1944 verübte Claus Schenk Graf von Stauffenberg ein Attentat auf Hitler, das Deutschland von seinem verbrecherischen Diktator befreien und den Zweiten Weltkrieg beenden sollte. Der Historiker Peter Hoffmann, einer der besten Kenner des deutschen Widerstands, entwirft in seiner zum Standardwerk gewordenen Biographie ein faszinierendes Porträt Stauffenbergs, seines familiären Umfelds und seiner geistigen Wurzeln. Er schildert den schwierigen Weg des Offiziers, der sich lange an den Treueeid auf Hitler gebunden fühlte, hin zum Widerstandskämpfer, der die Ermordung Hitlers als einzigen Ausweg sah. Die Biographie zum Kinofilm »Operation Walküre « Ausstattung: mit Abbildungen