Heinich Hoffmann (2 results)

Trade paperback. 96 p. Includes illustrations. A highly significant historical artifact of German political propaganda. Here is a detailed breakdown of the book's history, content, and context: Author/Photographer: Heinrich Hoffmann, who was Adolf Hitler's official personal photographer and a close confidant. Contributor: The introduction and photo captions were written by Baldur von Schirach, who served as the Hitler Youth Leader. Publisher & Date: First published in early March 1932 by Zeitgeschichte-Verlag in Berlin, right before Hitler rose to power as Chancellor in 1933. Format: It is a photo-book (or Bilderbuch) featuring roughly 100 black-and-white photographic plates accompanied by brief descriptive text. This booklet was Hoffmann s first major commercial bestseller and played a critical role in humanizing Hitler to the German public. Prior to its publication, Hitler had heavily restricted how he was photographed, focusing mostly on dynamic, aggressive speaking poses. To counter critics who found his public bombast repellent, this book was designed to project a reassuring image of "reasonableness, " accessibility, and ordinariness. It intentionally styled him as a relatable, down-to-earth civilian. The cover photograph depicts Hitler out in nature, dressed in traditional country attire (including a Tyrolean-style hat) relaxing on a hillside with his dog. The internal photographs inside the volume follow similar folksy, curated themes: The Nature Lover: Relaxing in the Bavarian Alps (Berchtesgaden) with his German Shepherds (like Muckl or Blonda). The Simple Worker: Emphasizing that he didn't smoke or drink alcohol, lived on a simple vegetarian diet, and preferred reading in his library or listening to music. The Everyman: Traveling by car to meet everyday citizens, interacting warmly with members of the Hitler Youth, or resting during travel. Good. moderate shelfwear, clear tape repairs to the cover, very good inside.

351.-400. Tausend. (106 S.). Sprache: Deutsch Gewicht in Gramm: 845 Kt.+Schutzumschlag. Dieser leicht lädiert. Block kurz gelockert, sonst sehr gut erhalten.