Goebbels

Ralf Georg Reuth

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Goebbels

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ralf Georg Reuth

Reading Level 8 12IS Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Joseph Goebbels was the master of words who twisted truth to shape a dark chapter in history. His story reveals how powerful ideas can be used for terrible ends—and why understanding this matters more than ever today.

Themes

BiographyHistory20th CenturyNational SocialistsSocial Justice

Quick Assessment

This biography explores the life of Joseph Goebbels, the head of the Nazi propaganda ministry, using eyewitness accounts, diaries, and archival materials. Suitable for teens aged 13 and older, it provides a detailed look at a key figure in 20th-century history with mature themes related to propaganda and the Nazi regime.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12IS — Intense — Social
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Light
Social
Intense
Thematic
Moderate

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

National Socialism Propaganda Historical Atrocities
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
8
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

471 pages
ISBN
9780785769712
Pages
471
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
October 1999
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

20th CenturyNational SocialistsPropaganda, GermanGerman PropagandaPolitics and GovernmentNazisStatesmenNazi Propaganda

People

Joseph Goebbels (1897-1945)

Places

Germany