The German Chemical Industry in the Twentieth Century

The book "The German Chemical Industry in the Twentieth Century" offers a comprehensive analysis of the German chemical industry in the 20th century. It highlights the development and application of scientifically based technologies that led to the production of a variety of products such as dyes, pharmaceuticals, plastics, and fertilizers. The authors examine the role of the German chemical industry as a pioneer and competitor in the international market and analyze the interactions between scientific progress and the political and economic conditions in Germany. Special attention is given to the impacts of the two World Wars, the Nazi era, the division of Germany after World War II, and integration into the global economy. This scholarly book is aimed at historians who focus on modern German history, the history of science and technology, as well as economic and business history.