Stern, Fritz

Five Germanys I Have Known

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ISBN 13:: 9780374530860
author:: Stern, Fritz
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Farrar Straus Giroux
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2007
Pages:: 560
Dimensions:: 13.72 x 4.06 x 21.08 centimetres
Genre:: History - General History
Condition:: New
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Fritz Stern's personal memoir and history blend in this thought-provoking exploration of Germany's complex past. Born in Weimar Republic, Stern recounts his experiences with five distinct Germanys: the Weimar era, National Socialism, post-war West and East Germany, and reunified Germany after 1990. Through his own engagement with the nation from which he fled, Stern sheds light on the tumultuous history of Germany, revealing its strength and scourge to Europe. He argues that this complex past offers valuable lessons for citizens worldwide, particularly those facing or escaping tyranny. This book is a testament to Stern's belief in the importance of history as a foundation for civic life. By examining his own experiences and the nation he left behind, Stern provides a nuanced exploration of political responsibility and its relevance to us all.

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