Is the Holocaust Unique? : Perspectives on Comparative Genocide Edited by Alan S. Rosenbaum With a forward by Israel W. Charny Evaluating the Jewish Holocaust is by no means a simple matter, and one of the most controversial questions for academics is whether there have been any historical parallels for it. In this Second Edition of the fiercely controversial Is the Holocaust Unique?, distinguished scholars offer new discussions of this question. Presenting a wide range of strongly held views, they provide no easy consensus. Some critics contend that if the Holocaust is seen as fundamentally different from other genocides or mass deaths, the suffering of other persecuted groups will be diminished. Others argue that denying the uniqueness of the Holocaust will trivialize it. Alan Rosenbaum's introduction provides a much-needed context for readers to come to terms with this multidimensional dispute, to help them understand why it has recently intensified, and to enable them to appreciate what universal lessons might be gleaned from studying the Holocaust. This volume makes an important contribution to our comprehension of one of the defining events of modern history. It should be essential reading for scholars, students, and general readers interested in the Holocaust and its relationship to other instances of politically inspired mass murder. Alan S. Rosenbaum is Professor of Philosophy at Cleveland State University and the author of Prosecuting Nazi War Criminals, The Philosophy of Human Rights, Coercion and Autonomy, and Constitutionalism.