About the Author
Hans Fallada
ISBN 9780141189383
Rs. 800
Penguin Classics
Alone in Berlin
Who it's for: Readers of historical fiction and WWII narratives
Inspired by a true story, Hans Fallada's Alone in Berlin is a powerful historical novel depicting silent resistance in Nazi Germany. Set in 1940 Berlin, it follows Otto and Anna Quangel, an unassuming couple who, after personal tragedy, embark on a quiet but deadly campaign of defiance against the regime, drawing the attention of an ambitious Gestapo inspector.Why You Should Read? Experience a gripping cat-and-mouse narrative against the backdrop of WWII Berlin. Explore a true story of courage and moral defiance by ordinary citizens under tyranny. Gain insight into the oppressive atmosphere of Nazi Germany and the varied responses of its inhabitants. Discover a classic of German literature that vividly portrays resilience and human spirit.
Highlights
- Based on a true story of resistance in Nazi Germany
- Set in 1940 Berlin, follows Otto and Anna Quangel
- Depicts a cat-and-mouse game with a Gestapo inspector
- Explores moral defiance by ordinary citizens under tyranny
- Classic of German literature, translated by Michael Hofmann
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Questions about this book
Is this book based on a true story?
Yes, it is inspired by a true story, as stated in the description.
What is the setting of the novel?
The novel is set in 1940 Berlin, during World War II.
Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Otto and Anna Quangel, an unassuming couple who engage in a campaign of defiance against the Nazi regime.
What is the central conflict?
The central conflict is the Quangels' quiet but deadly resistance against the regime, which draws the attention of an ambitious Gestapo inspector.
Who translated this edition?
The edition is translated by Michael Hofmann and published by Penguin Classics.