Description
Discover the gripping novel set in Nazi Germany that explores the life of nineteen-year-old Sanna during one of history's most tumultuous times. This captivating paperback edition of Irmgard Keun's 'After Midnight' (ISBN: 9780241391822) is not just a book; it’s a powerful commentary on resistance, love, and the struggle for freedom amidst oppression. Sanna’s simple desire to enjoy her beer is turned upside down as Hitler's regime tightens its grip on Frankfurt, bringing chaos to her everyday life. This B-format paperback, published by Penguin UK in 2020, spans 144 pages of riveting storytelling. As her best friend navigates forbidden love with a Jewish boy and her own family faces danger for their beliefs, Keun's masterful narrative combines humor with harrowing truths, making it an essential read for anyone interested in historical fiction and the human spirit's resilience. Order today for fast delivery and immerse yourself in this unforgettable tale of defiance amidst despair. Every purchase supports your journey through literary history and opens a window into the struggles of the past.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241391822
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 144
Description:
Depicting a young woman's life in Nazi Germany, this is the masterpiece from the author of Child of All Nations
Nineteen-year-old Sanna just wants to drink her beer in peace, but that's difficult when Hitler has come to town and his motorcade is blocking the streets of Frankfurt. What's more, her best friend Gerti is in love with a Jewish boy, her brother writes books that have been blacklisted and her own aunt may denounce her to the authorities at any moment, as Germany teeters on the edge of the abyss. Written after she had fled the Nazi regime, Irmgard Keun's masterly novel captures the feverish hysteria and horror of the era with devastating perceptiveness and humour.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241391822
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 144
Description:
Depicting a young woman's life in Nazi Germany, this is the masterpiece from the author of Child of All Nations
Nineteen-year-old Sanna just wants to drink her beer in peace, but that's difficult when Hitler has come to town and his motorcade is blocking the streets of Frankfurt. What's more, her best friend Gerti is in love with a Jewish boy, her brother writes books that have been blacklisted and her own aunt may denounce her to the authorities at any moment, as Germany teeters on the edge of the abyss. Written after she had fled the Nazi regime, Irmgard Keun's masterly novel captures the feverish hysteria and horror of the era with devastating perceptiveness and humour.