Why the Germans Do It Better
Author | : John Kampfner |
Publisher | : Atlantic Books (UK) |
Total Pages | : 320 |
Release | : 2021-06 |
ISBN-10 | : 1786499789 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781786499783 |
Rating | : 4/5 (89 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Emerging from a collection of city states 150 years ago, no other country has had as turbulent a history as Germany or enjoyed so much prosperity in such a short time frame. Today, as much of the world succumbs to authoritarianism and democracy is undermined from its heart, Germany stands as a bulwark for decency and stability. Mixing personal journey and anecdote with compelling empirical evidence, this is a critical and entertaining exploration of the country many in the West still love to hate. Raising important questions for our post-Brexit landscape, Kampfner asks why, despite its faults, Germany has become a model for others to emulate, while Britain fails to tackle contemporary challenges. Part memoir, part history, part travelogue, Why the Germans Do It Better is a rich and witty portrait of an eternally fascinating country.