Why the Germans Do it Better

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.