The Artificial Silk Girl

"The Artificial Silk Girl," a groundbreaking novel by Irmgard Keun, takes readers on a journey through pre-war Berlin, capturing the vibrant yet shadowy glamour of the era through the eyes of a young woman writer. Originally published in 1931, this acclaimed bestseller was tragically banned by the Nazis in 1933, leading to the destruction of its copies. Now, after decades of obscurity, this classic re-emerges with a new translation by Kathie von Ankum and a thoughtful introduction by Maria Tatar, reaffirming its relevance in today's literary landscape.