Daniel Schreiber

Powerlessness has become the basic feeling of our time. A language of hatred and contempt for humanity has hijacked the political debate. Living together is once again characterized by more violence – and it often starts with language. As a result, many people are losing confidence that political action can do any good and are retreating into the private sphere. But it is precisely now that the active resistance of each individual and collective action is crucial!
Daniel Schreiber shows a radical way forward: a return to the idea of love as a political force. Using examples from politics, social history and philosophy, he shows that it is precisely this idea that has triggered the greatest political revolutions.
A book about resistance and consolation – and finding one’s own political voice again.

Daniel Schreiber has coined a new form of literary essay. His books – including Nüchtern (2014) and Die Zeit der Verluste (2023) – were enthusiastically received; Allein (2021) was also a great international success.