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Why The Germans Do It Better

Notes from a Grown-Up Country

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Why The Germans Do It Better

By: John Kampfner
Narrated by: Adam Bromley
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A WATERSTONES BOOK OF THE MONTH

Emerging from a collection of disparate 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 searching 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 Germany has become a model for others to emulate, while Britain still languishes in wartime nostalgia and 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.

“Smart, provocative and entertaining, this is a timely and enthralling love letter to our much misunderstood near neighbour” KAY BURLEY. Emigration & Immigration Europe Germany Great Britain Politics & Government Social Sciences Authoritarianism Socialism Witty Imperialism England Capitalism Soviet Union Taxation Russia
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John Kampfner’s writing style is naturally engaging and the content of this book delivers. Speaking from a position of authority and experience Kampfner writes in such a way that complicated history, sociology, political ideology are presented in an accessible manner. Adam Bromley’s narration is passionate and sets a perfect tone regardless of subject. May narrators become caricatures when doing ascents but Bromley adds a sense of realism whether he is a ‘Brooklyn Jew’ or Angela Merkel.

Fantastic and simple overview of contemporary Germany

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