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The new treasures of the Harz magazine: Experience history up close!
Discover the history of Goslar and the Harz Association, whose magazine has been publishing historical articles since 1948.
The new treasures of the Harz magazine: Experience history up close!
A lot is happening in the Harz: The “Harz-Magazin” has just published its new volume. This valuable publication, published by Harz Association for History and Antiquity is published, will celebrate its 76th year in 2024. The association was founded in 1868 and has been researching and documenting the history and culture of this fascinating region ever since.
The most recent edition, which has been published by Lukas Verlag since the late 1990s, is dedicated to numerous exciting topics and thus offers a deep insight into the history of the Harz Mountains. Among the eight main contributions are interesting articles that deal with various aspects of this lively region. Alexander Hahn sheds light on the medieval perception of Joan of Arc and Barbarossa, while Karl Sanders examines the magnetism of the Schnarchercliffs and other Harz granite rocks. Further articles deal with the prehistoric collections of the Thale Museum, the works of the landscape painter Carl Blechen, and the architectural history of the St. Jakobi Church in Goslar.
Look into the past
Again Harz week reported, the 75th year of the magazine was published last year. He also offered valuable insights into the history of the Harz region, with topics such as the city fires in Goslar in the 18th century and the importance of the spruce resin. Here it becomes clear that the “Harz-Magazin” not only collects information, but also keeps the region’s heritage alive.
In addition to the specialist articles, the new edition offers a detailed overview of the Harz region for 2024. Numerous black and white illustrations - both historical and current - enrich the work and give readers visual access to the history of the area. You can purchase the booklet for €25.00 from bookstores or directly from the publisher, and it is well-filled with 240 pages.
Connection to science
The commitment of the Harz Association and its members extends far beyond the publication of the magazine. The association is a place of exchange for history lovers and researchers who work across borders in Saxony-Anhalt, Lower Saxony and Thuringia. The historical working groups, which cover, among other things, archeology and regional history, offer a wide range of opportunities for the further development of research in the Harz region. There is also the publication series “Harz Research”, which already includes over 29 volumes and is also from Harz Association is issued.
The “Harz Magazine” makes a valuable contribution to documenting and preserving the history of the region. This publication is of interest not only to historians, but also to anyone who is enthusiastic about the cultural treasures of the Harz Mountains. So if you have a good knack for exciting stories, you should take a look at the latest edition!