{"title":"Thomas Brussig","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Thomas Brussig collection, where wit and history intertwine to deliver a captivating reading experience. Thomas Brussig, a celebrated German author, is renowned for his ability to humorously and insightfully capture the essence of life in East Germany before the fall of the Berlin Wall. His writing offers both entertainment and a poignant reflection on a transformative period in history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this collection, you'll find works like \u003cem\u003eThe Short End of the Sonnenallee\u003c\/em\u003e, a brilliant example of Brussig's talent in blending comedy with historical narrative. This novel transports readers to a street divided by the Berlin Wall, where the oddities of life in a bifurcated city are rendered with humour and heart. It's an engaging slice of general fiction that's perfect for anyone interested in stories of personal and political change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrussig's books are known for their engaging storytelling and insightful exploration of German identity and culture. Whether you're a fan of historical backdrops with a comedic twist or simply love a well-told tale, Thomas Brussig's works are a must-read addition to your literary collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore his works today and immerse yourself in narratives that are as thought-provoking as they are entertaining. Dive into the unique worlds created by Thomas Brussig, where personal dramas unfold against the backdrop of momentous historical events.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-short-end-of-the-sonnenallee-by-thomas-brussig-9780008559359","title":"The Short End of the Sonnenallee","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘A kind of miracle … Not only made me laugh (again and again) but brought tears to my eyes’ Jonathan Franzen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘One of the most brilliant satirical novels about life in East Berlin’ \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThomas Brussig’s classic German satire, translated into English for the first time and introduced by Jonathan Franzen, is a comedic, moving account of life in East Berlin before the Fall of the Berlin Wall.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Short End of the Sonnenallee\u003c\/em\u003e is a satire set, literally, on the Sonnenallee, the famed \"boulevard of the sun\" in East Berlin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this boulevard lives Michael, an adolescent who faces daily ridicule whenever he steps out of his apartment building and comes into view of the observation platform on the West side. \"Look, a real Zonie. Can we take your picture?\" Hopelessly in love with the most beautiful girl on the street, Michael is batted away in favour of the Western boys who are free to cross the border. What chance does Michael have, and how much trouble will he get into by pursuing her?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLaugh-out-loud funny and unabashedly silly, Brussig's novel follows the bizarre, grotesque quotidian details of life in the German Democratic Republic. As this new translation shows, the ideas at its heart – freedom, democracy and life’s fundamental hilarity – hold great relevance for today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e‘Gentle comedy … Funny, rueful’ \u003cem\u003eTelegraph\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46533982224620,"sku":"9780008559359","price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/427703482191.jpg?v=1749397835"},{"product_id":"the-short-end-of-the-sonnenallee-by-thomas-brussig-9780008559328","title":"The Short End of the Sonnenallee","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘A kind of miracle … Not only made me laugh (again and again) but brought tears to my eyes’ Jonathan Franzen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘One of the most brilliant satirical novels about life in East Berlin’ \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThomas Brussig’s classic German satire, translated into English for the first time and introduced by Jonathan Franzen, is a comedic, moving account of life in East Berlin before the Fall of the Berlin Wall.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Short End of the Sonnenallee\u003c\/em\u003e is a satire set, literally, on the Sonnenallee, the famed \"boulevard of the sun\" in East Berlin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this boulevard lives Michael, an adolescent who faces daily ridicule whenever he steps out of his apartment building and comes into view of the observation platform on the West side. \"Look, a real Zonie. Can we take your picture?\" Hopelessly in love with the most beautiful girl on the street, Michael is batted away in favour of the Western boys who are free to cross the border. What chance does Michael have, and how much trouble will he get into by pursuing her?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLaugh-out-loud funny and unabashedly silly, Brussig's novel follows the bizarre, grotesque quotidian details of life in the German Democratic Republic. As this new translation shows, the ideas at its heart – freedom, democracy and life’s fundamental hilarity – hold great relevance for today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e‘Gentle comedy … Funny, rueful’ \u003cem\u003eTelegraph\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46533982322924,"sku":"9780008559328","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/427393482191.jpg?v=1749397926"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/thomas-brussig.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}