Winner of the Allan Nevins Award of the Society of American Historians.In 1865; the Confederacy passed into history; but its ideological cornerstone survived. War had ended slavery; but war had not ended Southern planters' attachment to it. This is a history of that moment when planters became masters without slaves.
#1044713 in Books 2014-03-25 2014-03-25Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.59 x 1.41 x 6.42l; 1.35 #File Name: 0385532431320 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Important Historical Addition to WWII Crimes Against HumanityBy MaDeuceA must read providing details on Aribert Heim's life on the run; and the investigation to bring him to justice. While the book does provide fascinating details on his life and death in Cairo; the depth of his actual crimes will never be known...As with Mengele and his son Rolf; many of the same psychological battles were fought by Rudiger Heim regarding his father's guilt...Rolf also visited his father in Brazil before his death and struggled to understand what to believe...In the end; both Rolf and Rudiger decide it's easier to block it out and only believe in the image you want your father to be...Also thought it was fantastic that the authors dedicated parts of the book to detective Alfred Aedtner who no doubt had many obstacles to overcome; but continued in pursuit of justice!! Well done!! Highly recommended!!2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. but this time with a good deal of family assistanceBy Laurence R. CousinsAnother story of one who got away; but this time with a good deal of family assistance. Interesting tale of family ties being more important than simple justice - and the effect this can have on those around them.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. The Eternal NaziBy BeverlyOnce a Nazi; Always A Nazi!! The diabolical life and escape routes taken by Dr. Rudiger Heim was most intriguing. Another "Angel of Death". The research to write this story was very well crafted and executed. The course he decided to take may have not been the correct one. All of his travels appear to have had a most negative experience for his family who provided support for many years to keep Dr. Heim secure in his locations. Good Read!BeverlyDover; DE
