Enemy in the Country: Satires and Novellas

Set against the backdrop of the 1923-1925 French occupation of the Ruhr, this collection by Theodor Lessing offers a poignant critique of post-First World War Germany's struggles. Through a blend of short stories, satires, novellas, and poetry, it serves as a powerful warning about the repercussions of reparations and occupation. Written a decade before Hitler's rise, this work not only reflects the political climate of its time but also foreshadows the tumultuous events that would follow, making it a significant historical commentary.