Der Weg zurück (German Edition)

They survived the trenches. Now they must survive peace.

In Der Weg zurück (The Road Back), Erich Maria Remarque continues the powerful story he began in Im Westen nichts Neues. As World War I comes to an end, a group of young German soldiers returns home full of hope, only to confront a shattered society, economic despair, political chaos, and a world that no longer understands them. Struggling with trauma, alienation, and the loss of purpose, they attempt to rebuild their lives, only to discover that the war has changed them forever, and the peace they fought for feels more hostile than the battlefield.

This original German Edition presents Remarque’s complete, unabridged text in its native language, showcasing the full emotional power and raw realism of his writing. A poignant and devastating sequel, Der Weg zurück remains one of the most important anti-war novels of the 20th century.

• The original German Edition
• First published in 1931
• The powerful sequel to the world-famous Im Westen nichts Neues (All Quiet on the Western Front)

Available in multiple formats:

• Paperback & Hardcover: Elegant print editions presenting the complete, unabridged German text, ideal for your bookshelf.
• Ebook: DRM-free EPUB compatible with Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, and all major e-readers.
• Audiobook: Professionally narrated in German, complete and unabridged, perfect for immersive listening.

A timeless and heartbreaking classic for readers who appreciate profound anti-war literature and stories of a lost generation.

About the Author

Erich Maria Remarque (1898–1970) was a German novelist and one of the most important voices of anti-war literature in the 20th century. Drawing from his own experiences as a soldier in World War I, he achieved worldwide fame with Im Westen nichts Neues (All Quiet on the Western Front). His works, including Der Weg zurück, have sold millions of copies and remain powerful testimonies against the futility and horror of war.