Mein Kampf

Mein Kampf is an autobiographical manifesto written by Adolf Hitler, published in two volumes in 1925 and 1926. The book outlines Hitler's political beliefs and ideology, detailing his life experiences, including his youth and time as a soldier in World War I. It expresses his racist views, particularly against Jews and communists, and his disdain for the Treaty of Versailles. Hitler advocates for the expansion of German territory in Eastern Europe, known as Lebensraum, and discusses his vision for a strong, authoritarian government. The book is divided into two volumes: Die Abrechnung (The Settlement of Accounts) and Die Nationalsozialistische Bewegung (The National Socialist Movement). It became a central text for National Socialism and a bestseller in Germany after Hitler's rise to power. Despite its poor writing style, the book is significant for understanding the development of Nazi ideology and its impact on history. After World War II, efforts were made to limit its availability due to its content, but it entered the public domain in 2016.