Clemens August Graf von Galens Haltung zur 'Euthanasie'. Rezeption und Einfluss seiner Predigte

The academic book "Clemens August Graf von Galen's Stance on 'Euthanasia': Reception and Influence of His Sermons" offers an in-depth analysis of the sermons delivered by Graf von Galen in Münster in June and August 1941. The bachelor's thesis examines how these sermons were perceived by the population of Münster and the resonance they found among different demographic groups. By evaluating over 200 archived letters sent to the bishop after the sermons, as well as analyzing relevant secondary literature, a comprehensive picture of societal reactions to Galen's stance on euthanasia is presented. The work highlights an often-overlooked aspect of the historiography surrounding Galen and provides valuable insights into the moral and ethical debates of that time. The source material, which includes both personal records and scholarly analyses, allows for a nuanced examination of the topic and contributes to the historical processing of National Socialism.