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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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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 Thought-Provoking Imperialism England Capitalism Soviet Union Taxation Russia
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Extremely well structured book which makes its points clearly and concisely. Throughly illuminating and engaging.

Outstanding perspectives

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A balanced take from the inside out. As a German having lived in the UK for nearly 3 decades, this was an interesting read on more than one level.

Shame about the unnecessary and very bad accents the narrator puts on when ‘quoting’ people.

Interesting roundup of modern German history

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This gave a clear explanation of the psychology of modern Germany.... And the reasons why it has done so remarkably well. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

So easy and articulate to listen to.....

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A well considered review of Germany and it's recent history. A very informative read. highly recommended

well researched an balanced

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excellent book, a little bit over factual on stats and not on storytelling. But a good start into modern Germany

a look at what makes the modern German tick

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