Angela Merkel's Memoir 'Freiheit' Achieves Phenomenal Sales Success

The former German Chancellor's autobiography has sold over 600,000 copies in Germany and gained international acclaim, with strong appeal among younger readers.

• Angela Merkel's memoir, 'Freiheit. Erinnerungen 1954–2021,' has sold over 600,000 copies in Germany by Christmas 2024, with 12,000 copies still selling weekly.
• The book, published by Kiepenheuer & Witsch, reflects on Merkel's life and political career across 736 pages, priced at 42 euros for the hardcover edition.
• A significant portion of the book's success is attributed to its outreach to younger audiences, bolstered by a YouTube interview with Hazel Brugger that garnered 1.5 million views.
• Internationally, the memoir has also performed well, with 25,000 copies sold in the U.S., 40,000 in the UK, and strong sales in the Netherlands, Italy, and Scandinavia, where it topped bestseller lists.
• The publisher highlights the memoir's ability to resonate with readers unfamiliar with politics, showcasing Merkel's personal journey and its broader societal implications.

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