Deutsch rundum

Kleine Landeskunde der deutschsprachigen Länder und Gebiete

(Deutsch all around us: A concise introduction to the German-speaking countries and regions)

offers students of German as a foreign language a well-founded introduction to the German-speaking world. This volume provides essential information on the language, history, culture and society of Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, the German-speaking Community of Belgium and South Tyrol. It can also serve as a valuable guide for anyone who does not yet feel entirely at home in the German-speaking world.

Organised into thematic chapters, the book explores, among other topics, systems of government, education, the economy, as well as art and literature. Its approach is fact-based and presents a wealth of background information and connections, enabling readers to gain a comprehensive overview. The book does not entirely dispense with figures, statistics and key historical dates, but these are presented in a clear and accessible manner.

Particular strengths of the volume are its carefully designed layout and the many illustrations that make reading easier and more enjoyable. In addition, readers will find numerous references to further reading and online resources.

The book is ideally suited both as supplementary material for classroom use and for independent study.