Als wär's ein Stück von mir

Name: Als wär's ein Stück von mir
ISBN: 9780881840834

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1970425 pagesCarroll & Graf Publishers

Carl Zuckmayer's autobiography vividly recounts his life, from his rise to literary fame in pre-WWII Germany, through his experiences in WWI, and his eventual flight to the United States to escape the Nazi regime. It details his struggles as a Hollywood writer, his unexpected life as a Vermont farmer, and his eventual return to Europe to aid in its rebuilding. This unique memoir offers a personal encounter with dozens of historical figures, including Bert Brecht and Marlene Dietrich.

Avg. reading time: 10h 50m
Prose complexity: 7/10

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Carl Zuckmayer

Carl Zuckmayer was a German writer of plays, screenplays, and prose. His autobiography, Als wär's ein Stück von mir, offers a personal account of his life and the turbulent 20th century. He often wrote about German history and society.

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