Metaphor, Nation and the Holocaust

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The book delves into the use of body, illness, and parasite metaphors within Nazi anti-Semitic ideology, particularly in Hitler's writings and public speeches from the 1920s to 1945. It examines how these metaphors justified the genocidal policies against Jews and influenced public opinion through surveillance reports and diaries. Additionally, it traces the historical roots of these metaphors back to the Middle Ages and Renaissance, highlighting their evolution in political discourse and their role in shaping Nazi propaganda. The analysis emphasizes the need for ongoing critical examination of these concepts.