Reading with Wladimir Kaminer - The Secret Life of the Germans

The Secret Life of the Germans

When Germans seek something special, they travel to distant lands - yet they need only look over the fence or around the corner. For right in the middle of Germany, you can find liquid gold, join in strange dances, or witness a coronation.

Wladimir Kaminer approaches the Germans with patient affection and friendly curiosity - and a keen sense of humor. The result is a collection of stories that bring both amusement and astonishment, revealing entirely unknown sides of the country and its people.

"Many people spend a lot of money on distant travels, wanting to experience something exotic, yet they miss the true adventure on their own doorstep. To understand the world, you don't need to seek its end, but rather the place where it begins." Wladimir Kaminer