Book Title: Angela Merkel (Rev)
ISBN: 9780715654378
By Author(s):MATTEW QVORTRUP
By Publisher:DUCKWORTH BOOKS
Format:PB
The definitive biography of perhaps the most respected political figure in the world – updated to include her final months in office
Matthew Qvortrup’s definitive and insightful biography of Angela Merkel is essential reading for anyone interested in current affairs, the fate of Europe, or simply the story of a truly remarkable woman. Updated to within a month from when Merkel steps down as German chancellor.
Based on over 14 years of in-depth research, Angela Merkel tells the story of the political titan’s astonishing rise from obscurity to become the most influential leader in Europe today. It follows the German Chancellor’s journey to prominence and power from a bleak childhood in East Germany, and offers an unprecedented understanding of her inimitable personality and perspective, explaining how her unique qualities have made Merkel perhaps the most respected political figure on the world stage today.