Scott Abbott Boeken

For the better part of fifty years, the powerful German army of World War II has been seen as an organization of consummate skill and honor, one that had little in common with the criminal policies and ideology of the Nazi regime. Fascinating and unforgettable, The German Army and Genocide explodes that myth. Through newly discovered documents and hundreds of astonishing photographs culled from archives all across Europe, The German Army and Genocide reveals that the nearly twenty million soldiers who passed through the feared Wehrmacht (the German army) were subjected to a massive ideological indoctrination, and that many were involved in widespread crimes against civilians and prisoners of war, acting both on orders by their superiors and―in many instances―on their own initiative. Based on a three-year German exhibit that sparked riots and heated controversy throughout the country, The German Army and Genocide features harrowing photographs taken by the soldiers themselves (often gleeful) of massacres, hangings, and torture; official army documents directing military units to murder Jewish communities; private letters written home, such as one from a young soldier who boasts that his unit had killed 1,000 Jews, adding, "and that was not enough" and military directives that definitively prove close collaboration between the SS and the regular army throughout the war.

Young adults entering the workforce have been labeled many ways, including the ?Me Generation,? ?Generation Why? and the ?Entitlement Generation.? They are often portrayed as being unrealistic, and behaving as if entitled to every benefit society can offer, including great jobs, higher salaries, flexible work schedules, material possessions, and all of the perks that come from years of hard work ? but without the years, or the hard work. Regardless of their actual behavior or outlook, these generalizations put young adults at a disadvantage when they look for employment, and then after they begin their new jobs. To complicate matters, they?re also dealing with personal changes that can be both troublesome, and exciting. That?s where Pocket PorchLights comes in. Scott Abbott recognizes and appreciates the many challenges and opportunities that young adults face as they enter the ?real world.? Thanks to his background, compassion and understanding ? together with the input from hundreds of people (young and old) who he talked with about these realities ? Scott provides endearing anecdotes, enlightening thoughts, and practical recommendations to help young adults and their families navigate, manage and enjoy their new jobs, and their new life. Pocket PorchLights is an important, fun, and meaningful book. It will challenge, educate, and inspire young adults of all ages.

This narrative delves into the intricate connections between personal identity and the influences of family dynamics and religious upbringing. It examines how these elements shape individuals' beliefs, values, and sense of self, highlighting the complexities and challenges that arise from such deep-rooted ties. Through vivid storytelling, it invites readers to reflect on their own identities in relation to their familial and spiritual backgrounds.