Handbuch der deutschen Geschichte [with Geschichte der Neuzeit, by Bonwetsch, Rania and Schnabel]

Geneva, Switzerland: World's Alliance of Young Men's Christian Associations, n.d. (c. 1943). Hardcover. Acceptable. Wraps as issued. This appears to be an American printing (Murray Printing Company, Cambridge, Massachusetts), of the 7th edition from 1930 compiled under Robert Holtzmann. Each of the editions, since the first in 1891, represents shifts in cultural attitudes and representations of Germany's history. From the beginning, Gebhardt engaged a community of scholars in its construction to serve to "contribute to increasing knowledge of German history spread, from which patriotism and political maturity grows.” In two volumes - complete with index. Heavy paper wraps, 861 and 907 pages respectively. Soiling and light dampstain to edges. "10537 U.S. Censor" stamped on title page of second volume. This edition, stated at the bottom of the title page (in German) "reprinted at the instigation of the prisoner of war aid of the world committee of the christian associations of young men, Geneva Switzerland". SOLD WITH an additional volume, so published, Geschichte der Neuzeit by Bonwetsch, Rania, and Schnabel. Not available for priority/ expedited shipping. Due to the size/weight of this book extra charges may apply for international shipping.