German Life: A Cultural Reader For The First Year (1914) is a book written by Philip Schuyler Allen that provides a comprehensive overview of German culture and society. The book is intended for beginners who are learning the German language and want to gain a deeper understanding of the country's history, customs, and traditions. The book covers a wide range of topics, including German literature, art, music, philosophy, religion, and politics. It also explores the geography of Germany, its major cities, and its regional differences. The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs that help readers visualize the people and places discussed in the text.One of the unique features of German Life is that it includes a number of short stories and excerpts from famous German authors, such as Goethe, Schiller, and Grimm. These literary selections give readers a taste of German literature and help them develop their language skills.Overall, German Life is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about German culture and society. It is an excellent introduction to the country's rich history and traditions, and it provides a solid foundation for further study of the German language and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.