Little Man, What Now?
DETAILED SUMMARY / BACK COVER
Set in 1932 Berlin, 'Little Man, What Now?' follows a young couple, Lämmchen and 'Boy', as they navigate love, marriage, and the challenges of starting a family amidst profound societal upheaval. As Germany faces economic depression and rising political extremism, their desperate struggle to make ends meet becomes a poignant battle for survival and dignity in a world on the brink.
Why You Should Read?
Offers an intimate portrayal of daily life and human resilience in the turbulent Weimar Republic.
Explores the universal themes of love, hardship, and perseverance against a backdrop of historical crisis.
Provides a haunting insight into the lives of ordinary people just before the rise of Nazism.
Features a compelling new translation by Michael Hofmann, bringing fresh vitality to a European classic.