There Goes a Mensch

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The memoir details the remarkable journey of Alexander Granach, a prominent actor from the Weimar Republic, tracing his roots from a small village in the Austro-Hungarian Empire to the heights of Berlin's theatrical scene. Granach vividly recounts his experiences during World War I, his survival through war captivity, and his eventual return to the stage amidst the vibrant artistic culture of Weimar Berlin. Enriched with photographs, this edition captures his legacy and the influential figures of his time, offering a profound self-portrait and insight into the eras that shaped him.