Sussen Is Now Free of Jews

Discover the poignant history captured in Sussen Is Now Free of Jews by Gilya Gerda Schmidt, published by Fordham University Press in 2012. This compelling hardback explores the enduring legacy of several Jewish families from Sussen, a village in southern Germany, during a tumultuous period marked by persecution and the Holocaust. With 236 pages of insightful analysis, Schmidt delves into the ethnic relations and the impact of historical events on the Jewish community from 1939 to 1945. This book not only sheds light on the personal stories of the Lang family and others but also addresses broader themes of reparations and the Jewish experience in the United States. A must-read for anyone interested in history, ethnic relations, and the Holocaust, this work is an essential addition to your library.