Microhistories of Memory: Remediating the Holocaust by Bullets in Postwar West Germany

The West German novel, radio play, and television series Through the Night (Am grünen Strand der Spree, 1955-1960), which depicts the mass shootings of Jews in the occupied Soviet Union during World War II, has gradually regained popularity in recent years. Originally circulated in postwar West Germany, the Holocaust representations embedded in this multi-medium work have shaped cultural memories up until today. Using numerous archival sources, Microhistories of Memory presents three comprehensive case studies to explore production, reception, and circulation of cultural memories, demonstrating the power of informal communication and providing behind-the-scenes insight into postwar memory culture in West Germany.

ISBN-13: 9781805391791

Media Type: Hardcover

Publisher: Berghahn Books

Publication Date: 11-10-2023

Pages: 276

Product Dimensions: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d

Series: Worlds of Memory #13