Hans Bluher German writer, psychologist and philosopher, anti-feminist Date of Birth: 17.02.1888 Country: Germany

1. German Writer, Psychologist, and Philosopher
2. Early Life and "Wandervogel" Movement
3. Transition to Weimar Republic
4. Disillusionment with Nazism
5. Post-War Era
6. Personal Life and Career

German Writer, Psychologist, and Philosopher

Hans Blüher was a German writer, psychologist, and philosopher who lived from 1888 to 1955. He is known for his exploration of male group psychology and his controversial anti-feminist views.

Early Life and "Wandervogel" Movement

As an early member and "first historian" of the "Wandervogel" movement, Blüher gained recognition in his youth. He challenged traditional norms of school and church, and his research on the homosexual aspect within the "Wandervogel" led to his influential theory of eros in male alliances.

Transition to Weimar Republic

During the transition from the German Empire to the Weimar Republic, Blüher embraced atheist and sometimes socialist views. His racist, anti-feminist, and misogynistic tendencies inclined him towards the Nazi Party.

Disillusionment with Nazism

However, his ideas on "male alliances" were rejected by the Nazi leadership, especially after the Night of the Long Knives in 1934. Blüher became disillusioned with National Socialism and distanced himself from it. His ideas were deemed dangerous by Himmler in a secret SS report in 1937.

Post-War Era

Despite being banned from publishing during the Nazi dictatorship, Blüher faced no further persecution. His works published after the war were largely outdated and have been viewed in a historical context ever since.

Personal Life and Career

From 1924, Blüher resided in Berlin-Hermsdorf, practicing as a psychologist and writer. He was married to a physician and had two children. After retreating from public life during the Nazi era, he published his major philosophical work, "Die Achse der Natur" ("The Axis of Nature"), in 1949.