Freedom
Memoirs 1954 - 2021
(Autor) Angela Merkel'A great accomplishment . . .
A wonderful reflection of an extraordinary sweep of history' Barack ObamaTimely, intimate and important, the long-awaited memoirs from one of the most influential leaders of our timesFor 16 years, Angela Merkel was Chancellor of Germany. She led the country through numerous crises, shaping both Germany and international politics with her actions and attitudes. In her memoirs, co-written with her long-time political advisor Beate Baumann, she reflects on her life in two German states – 35 years in the German Democratic Republic, 35 years in reunited Germany.
More intimately than ever before, she talks about her childhood, youth, and studies in the GDR and the dramatic year of 1989, when the Berlin Wall fell and her political life began. She also shares recollections and insights from her meetings and conversations with the world's most powerful people. Discussing significant national, European, and international turning points, she shows how the decisions were made that shaped our times.
Her book offers a unique insight into the inner workings of power – and is a compelling plea for freedom.
Angela Merkel
Angela Merkel is a German politician who served as the Chancellor of Germany from 2005 to 2021. She is known for her pragmatic and cautious approach to leadership, as well as her commitment to European unity. Merkel has been praised for her handling of the Eurozone crisis and her leadership during the refugee crisis in 2015. While Merkel is not known for her literary works, she has made significant contributions to the field of political science and international relations. Her most famous work is "Germany and Europe: Myths and Realities," in which she explores the challenges and opportunities facing Germany and Europe in the 21st century. Merkel's impact on the political landscape of Europe is undeniable, and her legacy as a leader will be felt for years to come.
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