Memories of West Berlin and West Germany

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Sprache - Englisch

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All my stories are autobiographical, so they're true, and they're positive. Who wants to read about bad things? There was a little bit of it, but I didn't think too much about it.
In my post-war memoirs, I talk about my experiences during this time and the events that happened at that time. This continued into the years of the economic miracle.
In the Heimatgefühle aus Neu-Tempelhof, I describe the world I lived in, including a bit of the city's history, and I haven't quite finished yet. Neu-Tempelhof is interesting for two reasons. It is historically significant and it is an example of urban development.
The 60s were a time of young love, fun trips, and cool cars. People socialized with friends and co-workers. There is also contemporary history. In the 70s, they say goodbye to grandma and look to the West, with lots of free time for fun.
In the stories from Kurfürstendamm, I describe my experiences on this street. It is also a journey through time, from the ruins of the memorial church to the boulevard in its festive splendor. Bill Haley's rock and roll, the Beatles' "Let It Be," and the Let's Twist Again song are some examples. The song by Hildegard Knef is unforgettable.
My student Christmas stories are at the end. There are some interesting things in there, but I don't want to spoil the surprise.
I have illustrated the stories, using my own photos, photos I found online, and photos from books. I thought to myself, "This will show that the stories are true."
The illustrated stories from West Berlin are followed in a second volume by stories from West Germany, where I still spend the second half of my life.


Über den Autor

Born on August 6, 1941 in Berlin-Mitte, grew up in shattered West Berlin, finished secondary school. Followed by an apprenticeship in the metal trade, evening school to become a mechanical engineering technician.
Educational initiative: Secondary school leaving certificate, studied industrial engineering at the Technical University of Berlin, Dipl.-Ing., volunteer work in South Africa, doctorate in engineering.
Technical articles and 1st publication. Worked as a business consultant, later in the defense sector.
Married to a dentist since 1982, two daughters and two grandchildren.
Wrote a novella about a Berlin friendship and his many travels have resulted in two books. He is particularly fond of the two protagonists Kalle and Manni, two real Berliners who are upset by the educated classes of all kinds.

Produkt Details

Verlag: BoD - Books on Demand

Genre: Sprache - Englisch

Sprache: English

Umfang: 164 Seiten

Größe: 23,0 MB

ISBN: 9783819289286

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