A translation controversy an analysis, critique, and revelation mein kampf has been controversial for many reasons. Mein kampf is a large work that offers an interesting interpretation of politics, people. It is known to everyone that hitler molded the way history books as we see them today and committed one of the gravest crimes on the mankind, but what this book reveals is the underlying fuel that propelled this man. My struggle or my battle is a book by nazi leader adolf hitler. Hitler dictated this book to his secretary, rudolf hess while imprisoned in landsberg after the failed 1923 revolution. Mein kampf original book 1933 only for collectors of war. Find mein kampf and mein kampf german from a vast selection of books. German books, kalendars, magazines oakleaf militaria. He also noted that the book written by hitler outlining his master plan was one of the most printed titles in the world. In our last presentation of the protocols of satan we took a digression to discuss an article from a february, 1936 issue of the catholic gazette, one of several catholic newspapers in britain in the 1930s which had been attempting to warn people concerning the jewish peril, as the article was titled. This is a great example with lots of character, and little wear.
What we have to fight for is the necessary security for the existence and increase of our race and people, the subsistence of its children and the maintenance of our racial stock unmixed, the freedom and independence of the fatherland. In france itself the franc fell to fifty per cent of its previous value. Mein kampf is the autobiography and political treatise of german dictator adolf hitler. By 1939 it had sold 5,200,000 copies and had been translated into 11 different languages. Mein kampf original book 1933 only for collectors of. How much is mein kampf original copy written in old german. Sep 19, 2019 this book, along with others from hitlers library, was sold to gottlieb in 20 along with a hat, shirt, medals, and a number of other items. It was published in two volumes in 1925 and 1927, and an abridged edition appeared in 1930. Hitler began the dictation of the book while imprisoned for what he considered to be political crimes after his failed revolution in munich in november 1923. Mein kampf by adolf hitler 1938 edition hardcover german. Look at our other auctions you are bidding on a original 1938 edition of mein kampft by adolf hitler. Mein kampf original german adolf hitler book 1940 my struggle my battle. This is one of the rarest mein kampf editions ever made and it passed from hand to hand without the owners knowing what it truly was or the value for 65 years.
Original wwii 1938 peoples edition of adolf hitlers mein. James murphy translation of mein kampf by adolf hitler combines elements of autobiography with an exposition of hitlers political ideology. The copy that is offered for sale is a nice copy of the peoples edition or. I have a 1938 copy of mein kampf which i bought for a shilling in the 1960s when studying german history. Also on the quality of the books condition, with or without a dustjacket if one was issued, markings, foxing to the pages, spinestraight or lilt, book block or bindingtight.
Looking for value for a 1938 edition of mein kampf published by b. Before hitler became reich chancellor of germany in 1933, mein kampf sold very slowly. This book the book was produced to document various versions of mein kampf and to assist collectors in identifying valuable and nonvaluable versions. In 1927, the second volume on national socialism was published. This copy of mein kampf was the first item from this collection to be offered for public sale. Hitler wrote the book, whose title means my struggle, in 1924 while jailed for treason after his failed takeover of the bavarian state government. This is the wedding presentation edition, with gold gillt lettering on the spine and on the top edges of the pages. The first volume of mein kampf was published in 1925, and it sold 9,473 copies in its first year. This onepage guide includes a plot summary and brief analysis of mein kampf by adolf hitler. Published in 1925, the book contains two volumes and was mostly written during hitlers.
The book was edited firstly by emil maurice, then by hitlers deputy rudolf hess. In 1938, adolf hitler authorized fayard, a leading french publishing house. The lot also included a 1938 brochure about hitler written by bouhler. One publisher spent over 40 years trying to profit off hitlers hateful tome. Collecting mein kampf by hitler, adolf first edition. We will analyze the various english translations and identify problems, mistranslations, inaccurate translations, and outright embellishment.
Apr 18, 2011 i have found three different publications of mein kampf for 1938. In total, mein kampf sold over 10 million copies by the time he committed suicide in 1945. Looking for value for a 1938 edition of mein kampf published. The most widely discussed book of the modern world and this original 1938. Value of mein kampf german version published in 1939. Original german third reich books from the period w photos and other infos. This is the official nazi english translation of mein kampf. Mein kampf is a 1925 autobiographical book by nazi party leader adolf hitler. Mein kampf, the autobiography of adolf hitler, provides a peek into the mind of a man who literally single handedly managed to change the course of history, wounding the psyche of a people for generations to come and marring the memories of. Includes over 200 full colour plates in the complete set. Mein kampf my struggle is a political manifesto written by adolf hitler.
What is the value of a 1939 signed mein kampf book answers. Also on the quality of the book s condition, with or without a dustjacket if one was issued, markings, foxing to the pages, spinestraight or lilt, book block or bindingtight or frayed. The title of the book translates to my struggle in german. A translation controversy an analysis, critique, and revelation. Sometimes its turned out to be surprisingly valuable. One of the greatest controversies has been over the english translations. The frailest woman will become a heroine when the life. How rich was hitler and who gets his mein kampf royalties. It was published in two volumes, which dated 1925 and 1927. My father has a 1938 copy of mein kampf by adolf hitler. It details hitlers childhood, the betrayal of germany in world war i, the desire for revenge against france, the need for lebensraum living space for the german people, the glorification of the aryan race, and the means by which the nazi party can gain power which hitler identified as the. Includes pdf of the book and almost 7 hours of mp3 audio.
It was his only complete book and became the bible of national socialism in the german third reich. I always love having an appraiser look at my stuff. This is a presentation edition and was never offered for sale. Its cloth bound and the pages a bit browned but in fairly good condition any idea roughly how much it is worth. Book mein kampf by adolf hitler 1939, houghton muffling wwii. Picture of ah and a print copy of his signature in the front. Adolf hitlers mein kampf sells out after week on german. Hitler was arrested when he took out a mass demonstration in favour of national unity for the formation of a socialist german state. The book had relatively mediocre success until 1933 when hitler became chancellor, upon which. Mein kampf my struggle from the 23rd chancellor of the german reich. Book mein kampf by adolf hitler 1938 orig german language edition hc hardcover dj dust jacket historically important wwii nazi germany document from local estate. Mein kampf by adolf hitler meet your next favorite book. Mar 12, 2018 looking for value for a 1938 edition of mein kampf published by b.
This book, along with others from hitlers library, was sold to gottlieb in 20 along with a hat, shirt, medals, and a number of other items. Information on buying and collecting mein kampf by hitler, adolf with a guide to. Soon mein kampf was even being passed out to newlywed couples as a gift. A special wedding edition was published in 1936, and it was common for newly married couples to be gifted with the wedding edition of mein kampf, or hochzeitsausgabe. The first 4000 copies of adolf hitlers mein kampf have sold out less. Volume 1 of mein kampf was published in 1925 and volume 2 in 1926. It was his only complete book, and the work became the bible of national socialism nazism in germanys third reich. Signed copy of adolf hitlers mein kampf for sale telegraph. Hitler dictated the book to rudolf hess, with whom he was serving a prison sentence. The book is hitlers autobiographical work with emphasis on his philosophy regarding the state and politics. Ive got an original copy of mein kampf, printed in 1939 in munich, with a book mark from the shop it was purchased. The book opens up how one of the most barbarian dictators in the history of mankind thought and justified his actions.
Mein kampf, political manifesto written by adolf hitler. In 1938, hitler licensed for france an authorised edition by fayard, translated by francois dauture and georges blond. These were given out as gifts or by the town mayor as a gift to couples getting married. But by the fall of hitlers nazi regime, more than 12 million copies of the book had. Collecting mein kampf by hitler, adolf first edition identification. Adolf hitler constructs greater germany book 1938 w70 photos austria wien linz. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Mein kampf is a 1925 autobiographical manifesto by nazi party leader adolf hitler. There is slight water damage along the top, but otherwise it is in very good condition. Tell us what else you do know and the antiques appraiser will be able to better assist you. Mein kampf is perhaps the only notable work written in two volumes by adolf hitler, in 1924.
Others have been sold privately to collectors who are students of human nature and value the study of history. Up for sale is an original copy of adolf hitlers mein kampf. May 06, 2020 mein kampf, political manifesto written by adolf hitler. Feb 28, 2009 collectible value depends on many factors. The work describes the process by which hitler became antisemitic and outlines his political ideology and future plans for germany. Com nbc learn peacock productions next steps for vets parent toolkit nbc archives know your value coupons. The work describes the process by which hitler became antisemitic and outlines his political ideology. I have found three different publications of mein kampf for 1938. It is known to everyone that hitler molded the way history books. More ebooks if you are interested in a color or digital version of this book, then check out the downloadable ebook version, at. It combines elements of autobiography with an exposition of hitlers political ideology. Hitler dictated this book to his secretary, rudolf hess while imprisoned in landsberg. This example is dated 1938 and we believe this is most. Hitlers mein kampf magazines 1938 full set konig books.
The first volume of mein kampf was published in 1925. This is a presentation edition with its slipcase that has one end loose but present. The trials, triumphs and tragedies we are witnessing and in which are participating perforce continue to keep us confused as to the real nature and intentions of all our leaders. Mein kampf is the angry diatribe of historys most notorious antisemite, adolph hitler. Hitlers mein kampf magazines original 1938 full set 18 magazines by adolf hitler english language translation of mein kampf divided into 18 weekly parts, published in 1938 at 6 old pence each, with royalties from all sales going to the british red cross society. Mein kampf, the autobiography of adolf hitler, provides a peek into the mind of a man who literally single handedly managed to change the course of history, wounding the psyche of a people for generations to come and marring the memories of a race for all of time.
Looking for value for a 1938 edition of mein kampf. This is one of the rarest mein kampf editions ever made and it passed from hand to hand without the owners knowing what. Mein kampf by hitler, adolf 18891945 and a great selection of related. Ironically, and frighteningly, by the time hitler came to power on january 30, 1933, what has been considered by many to be the most satanic book ever written was running neck and neck with the. Mein kampf my struggle, adolf hitler mein kampf my struggle is a 1925 autobiographical book by nazi party leader adolf hitler. He who doesnt wish to fight in this world, where permanent struggle is the law of life, has not the right to exist. It was recently rediscovered after all copies were thought to have been destroyed. However, items that dont attract bids often remain for sale at the. Get the best deals on mein kampf 1939 when you shop the largest online. Jul 27, 2009 signed copy of adolf hitlers mein kampf for sale an extremely rare copy of mein kampf, signed by author adolf hitler and dedicated to a fellow inmate at landsberg prison, is being sold at auction. The book had relatively mediocre success until 1933 when hitler became chancellor, upon which sales of the book skyrocketed. Mein kampf this is the official nazi english translation of mein kampf. Obstacles do not exist to be surrendered to, but only to be broken. The first edition of the first volume is marked by a red cover subtitled a reckoning.