Introduction: new perspectives on Auschwitz

Auschwitz represents more than just a symbol of mass atrocity; it is a multifaceted site encompassing historical, educational, and moral dimensions. This study challenges the reductive use of 'Auschwitz' as shorthand for the Holocaust, highlighting its complex history and symbolic currency. Drawing from discussions at the 2017 European Association for Holocaust Studies conference in Kraków, the research explores the nuances of identity, memory, and morality associated with the site. While acknowledging inevitable overlaps due to shared themes, it introduces novel perspectives that enrich existing scholarship on Auschwitz, moving beyond simplistic ethical binaries.

Pettitt, J. (2019). Introduction: new perspectives on Auschwitz. Holocaust Studies, 27(1), 1–11. https://doi.org/10.1080/17504902.2019.1625110