Angela Merkel reads from "Freedom"

Angela Merkel held the reins of government in Germany for 16 years. She steered the country through numerous crises and, through her actions and stance, shaped German and international politics. In her memoirs, co-authored with her long-standing political adviser Beate Baumann, she looks back on her life in two German states: 35 years in the GDR and 35 years in reunified Germany.

She recounts her childhood, youth and university years, as well as the year 1989, when the Wall fell and her political life began. Drawing on significant political turning points and her conversations with the world’s most powerful figures, she describes how decisions were made that shape our present. Her memoirs combine personal experiences with insights into the inner workings of power – and a plea for freedom.

Please note:

Exclusive: A copy of her book *Freiheit* (Freedom), already signed by Angela Merkel, will be available to purchase at the standard retail price from 2.00 pm in the museum shop. There will be no book-signing session.

Admission is by valid ticket only. Museum entry is included in the event ticket.

Limited number of participants.

Last admission to the event is at 5.50 pm. Please arrive on time; no entry will be granted after 5.50 pm. Please note that there will also be a bag check.

Ticket sales begin on Wednesday 18 November 26 at 10.00 am online and at the Bode Museum ticket office.