The History Book Buffs

The History Book Buffs
Podcast Description
Welcome to The History Book Buffs. For reviews and chat about history books, fact and fiction, hosted by award-winning historian Roger Moorhouse, and novelist and critic Antonia Senior.
🔎 Discover new and classic titles, with two history-obsessed writers
💬 Join a community of readers who love history as much as you do
Subscribe and turn on notifications to explore the past with us!
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The podcast focuses on a wide range of history-related topics, including military conflicts, ethical dilemmas in history, and the interpretation of past events through literature. Specific episodes explore themes such as the American bombing campaign during WWII, discussing books like Rain of Ruin, and cover diverse dimensions of history, such as wartime propaganda and personal narratives.

Welcome to The History Book Buffs. For reviews and chat about history books, fact and fiction, hosted by award-winning historian Roger Moorhouse, and novelist and critic Antonia Senior.
🔎 Discover new and classic titles, with two history-obsessed writers
💬 Join a community of readers who love history as much as you do
Subscribe and turn on notifications to explore the past with us!
🎧 What Made Nazism So Seductively Dangerous? | Roger Moorhouse & Antonia Senior on The Nazi Mind
Why did millions of ordinary people embrace Nazism? In this compelling episode, historian Roger Moorhouse joins writer and critic Antonia Senior to explore The Nazi Mind — the latest book by bestselling author Laurence Rees.
Together, they delve into the dark psychology, propaganda, and social pressures that made one of the most destructive ideologies in history seem irresistible to so many.
🔍 From Hitler’s warped worldview to the machinery of manipulation, this conversation unpacks how the Nazi mindset took root — and why it still matters today.
📚 Plus: Roger and Antonia share four essential reads for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Nazi Germany:
A Social History of the Third Reich – Richard Grunberger
The Meaning of Hitler – Sebastian Haffner
An Ordinary Youth – Walter Kempowski
The Propagandist – Cécile Desprairies
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a student, or just curious about how extremist ideas take hold, this episode offers rich insights and critical context.
👉 Follow the show for more deep-dive reviews, expert commentary, and powerful book recommendations on 20th-century history.

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