In this fiercely controversial volume, distinguished scholars address the question of whether the Holocaust is unique as viewed from the perspective of other well-known and apparently analogous instances of genocide and mass death. The contributors represent a wide range of strongly held views, and Alan Rosenbaums introduction provides the necessary context to appreciate what universal lessons might be gleaned from the study of the Holocaust. }Evaluating the Jewish Holocaust is by no means a simple matter, and one of the most controversial questions for academics is whether there have been any historical parallels for it. Have Armenians, Gypsies, American Indians, or others undergone a comparable genocide? In this fiercely controversial volume, distinguished scholars offer new discussions of this question. Presenting a wide range of strongly held views, they provide no easy consensus.Some critics contend that if the Holocaust is seen as fundamentally different in kind from other genocides or mass deaths, the suffering of other persecuted groups will be diminished. Others argue that denying the uniqueness of the Holocaust will trivialize it. Alan Rosenbaums introduction provides a much-needed context for readers to come to terms with this multi-dimensional dispute, to help them understand why it has recently intensified, and to enable them to appreciate what universal lessons might be gleaned from studying the Holocaust.This volume makes an important contribution to our comprehension of one of the defining events of modern history. It should be essential reading for scholars, students, and general readers interested in the Holocaust and its relationship to other instances of politically inspired mass murder. }

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""I""s the Holocaust Unique?" is firmly established as a classic of Holocaust and genocide studies. This third edition, with its wealth of new essays and insights, is the richest and most provocative yet."
--Adam Jones, University of British Columbia Okanagan, author of "Genocide: A Comprehensive Introduction"

"Professor Rosenbaum has masterfully edited a landmark in this comprehensive, well-balanced, and compassionate study of the most systematic attempt at annihilating an entire race in the history of humankind. Seen in light of a current trend toward justice violations--from torture and extraordinary rendition to 'preemptive' war--the chapters of this volume may be potent reminders of just how violable the line is between sanity and savagery."
--Elliot D. Cohen, Ph.D., Editor, "International Journal of Applied Philosophy"

"With no dearth of ongoing challenges to human rights around the world, including the continued conflicts in Africa and renewed attention on global legal issues such as war crimes and crimes against humanity, the general theme of the book is as timely as ever. ... This volume is intended to provide food for thought and provoke ongoing inquiry into questions of comparative genocide. It surely does."
--"Cleveland Jewish News"

"I""s the Holocaust Unique?" is firmly established as a classic of Holocaust and genocide studies. This third edition, with its wealth of new essays and insights, is the richest and most provocative yet.
Adam Jones, University of British Columbia Okanagan, author of "Genocide: A Comprehensive Introduction"

"

Professor Rosenbaum has masterfully edited a landmark in this comprehensive, well-balanced, and compassionate study of the most systematic attempt at annihilating an entire race in the history of humankind. Seen in light of a current trend toward justice violations from torture and extraordinary rendition to preemptive war the chapters of this volume may be potent reminders of just how violable the line is between sanity and savagery.
Elliot D. Cohen, Ph.D., Editor, "International Journal of Applied Philosophy"

"

With no dearth of ongoing challenges to human rights around the world, including the continued conflicts in Africa and renewed attention on global legal issues such as war crimes and crimes against humanity, the general theme of the book is as timely as ever. This volume is intended to provide food for thought and provoke ongoing inquiry into questions of comparative genocide. It surely does.
"Cleveland Jewish News"

"

Is the Holocaust Unique? is firmly established as a classic of Holocaust and genocide studies. This third edition, with its wealth of new essays and insights, is the richest and most provocative yet.
Adam Jones, University of British Columbia Okanagan, author of Genocide: A Comprehensive Introduction

Professor Rosenbaum has masterfully edited a landmark in this comprehensive, well-balanced, and compassionate study of the most systematic attempt at annihilating an entire race in the history of humankind. Seen in light of a current trend toward justice violations from torture and extraordinary rendition to preemptive war the chapters of this volume may be potent reminders of just how violable the line is between sanity and savagery.
Elliot D. Cohen, Ph.D., Editor, International Journal of Applied Philosophy

With no dearth of ongoing challenges to human rights around the world, including the continued conflicts in Africa and renewed attention on global legal issues such as war crimes and crimes against humanity, the general theme of the book is as timely as ever. This volume is intended to provide food for thought and provoke ongoing inquiry into questions of comparative genocide. It surely does.
Cleveland Jewish News

"

"Is the Holocaust Unique? is firmly established as a classic of Holocaust and genocide studies. This third edition, with its wealth of new essays and insights, is the richest and most provocative yet."
--Adam Jones, University of British Columbia Okanagan, author of Genocide: A Comprehensive Introduction

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