"Goebbels: Mastermind of the Third Reich" is a book by David Irving based on the complete personal diaries of Joseph Goebbels. It is a significant work in Irving's bibliography, often referenced in discussions surrounding World War II and the Third Reich. The book's content and Irving's interpretation of Goebbels' diaries have been subject to considerable controversy and criticism.
[What it covers, when first published, its reception] The book explores the life and ideology of Joseph Goebbels through his personal writings. It was first published in 1996. Its reception has been highly polarized, with critics accusing Irving of revisionism and attempting to rehabilitate a Nazi figure.
[How the book appears in Irving's diary entries — research, revisions, sales, reader feedback]
* 2014: Irving notes wanting to order a reprint of the book. [diary_2014_temp] * 2019: A reader, Allan Becer, confirms receiving a copy and expresses gratitude. Irving offers to autograph it if he visits Pittsburgh. [diary_2019_jan_may] * 2021: Irving sends a duplicate copy to a customer who believed they hadn't received their order. [diary_2021] * 2022: A link to a discussion and criticism of "True Himmler" (likely related to Goebbels) is shared. [diary_2022_jan_jun]
[Bullet points about editions, publishers, page counts, notable features]
* Based on Goebbels' complete personal diaries. * Published in 1996. * Available at Irving Books.
[Which diary years mention this book]
* diary_2014_temp * diary_2019_jan_may * diary_2021 * diary_2022_jan_jun