Lot 311
"The Poisonous Mushroom" – Anti-Semitic Children’s book – Nuremberg, 1938
Der Giftpilz, ein Stürmerbuch für Jung u. Alt [The poisonous mushroom, a book for children and adults]. Nuremberg: Der Stürmer, 1938. German.
"The Poisonous Mushroom", an anti-Semitic children's book published by the Nazi weekly "Der Stürmer". The book, written by Ernst Hiemer, an author and journalist in "Der Stürmer", portrays Jews as "poisonous mushrooms". One chapter contains numerous false quotations from the Talmud, claiming the Talmudic law permits Jews to cheat non-Jews and to enslave them. The book is accompanied by colorful illustrations by the caricaturist of "Der Stürmer" Philipp Rupprecht who published his works under the pen-name "Fips".
[64] pp, 26.5 cm. Good condition. Stains. Cloth covered hardcover, to which the illustrated paper cover is attached. Stains, blemishes and small tears to binding.
