Freedom

Essential reading . . . remarkable -- Financial Times
Surprisingly fast-paced . . . Illuminating -- The New York Times Book Review
Freedom reminds us that another politics, humanist and humble, can exist -- Washington Post
All the human qualities that made Merkel a likable and liked leader are in this book: the lack of showmanship, the understated sense of humour, the dedication to building alliances and forging compromises -- The Guardian
A rigorous and sober assessment of a groundbreaking career -- Kirkus Reviews
An engrossing read . . . I have always admired Merkel. This book only burnished my respect -- Nicola Sturgeon, for The New Statesman
A great accomplishment . . . A wonderful reflection from you of this extraordinary sweep of history that you witnessed -- Barack Obama, in conversation with Merkel at an event for Politics and Prose
Captivating glimpses into her encounters with other world leaders -- The Telegraph
You understand better just what Merkel faced and how so many of the other leaders came to depend on her calm -- Foreign Policy
Candid and sometimes gripping -- The i Paper