Der kleine Schwarzwälder nimmt sein Leben selbst in die Hand (Glück)

»Sometimes an extraordinary life begins exactly where others would give up long ago.«

Gütenbach, a small village in the Black Forest in the 1960s: a young boy grows up here in simple, often harsh conditions. His childhood is characterized by hardship, work and an everyday life that knows no respite - but also by courage, skill and an unshakeable will.

With wit, ingenuity and a strong sense of justice, the »little Black Forest boy« makes his way through a world full of challenges. From the shy boy who dreams of his own pair of skis to the young man who fights his way up with diligence, inventiveness and tenacity.

This is the inspiring story of a life that knew no shortcuts - only hard work, courageous decisions and big dreams. An honest, touching and sometimes humorous contemporary document about growing up, struggling and outgrowing oneself.

A boy from the Black Forest. A life full of hurdles.

A heart that never gives up.

Reading sample

The little Black Forest local takes his life into his own hands – From have-not to millionaire, an autobiographical novel by Andreas Glück, paperback, 342 pages, €16