German history makes up a significant portion of our IGCSE course. If you want a greater understanding of the country you should join us on our annual trip to Berlin.
You should also read James Hawes, The Shortest History of Germany
These are a fantastic way of developing your sense of period, as well as improving your historical understanding. Here are some of our recommendations which are relevant to your IGCSE course.
George Orwell, 1984
George Orwell, Animal Farm
Markus Zusak, The Book Thief
Tom Rob Smith, Child 44
Tatiana De Rosnay, Sarah’s Key
Ben Elton, Two Brothers
Denis Avery, The Man who broke into Auschwitz
Marceline Loridan-Evans, But you did not come back...
John Boyne, The Boy at the Top of the Mountain
Elie Wiesel, Night