Urchin on the Beat
Uwe Netto
Urchin on the Beat is the captivating second volume of Uwe Siemon-Netto's memoir series, detailing his tumultuous teenage years in post-war Germany. The story picks up in 1947, where young Uwe endures daily persecution in the Soviet-controlled zone, targeted by his Communist teacher for being a Christian. Desperate for freedom, he escapes to West Germany, leaving behind his beloved grandmother, who had protected him from Nazi indoctrination.In West Germany, Uwe's challenges continue. He lives alone in a freezing attic, works menial jobs to survive, and attends a boarding school with an unusual religious atmosphere. Despite these struggles, his passion for art and writing blossoms, leading him to contribute to a local newspaper.Uwe's life takes a significant turn when he hones his language skills in England and France and begins training as a journalist. By age 21, he is a desk editor at the Associated Press, launching a distinguished career in international journalism.
Duration - 5h 7m.
Author - Uwe Netto.
Narrator - Charles Fox.
Published Date - Thursday, 04 January 2024.
Location:
United States
Description:
Urchin on the Beat is the captivating second volume of Uwe Siemon-Netto's memoir series, detailing his tumultuous teenage years in post-war Germany. The story picks up in 1947, where young Uwe endures daily persecution in the Soviet-controlled zone, targeted by his Communist teacher for being a Christian. Desperate for freedom, he escapes to West Germany, leaving behind his beloved grandmother, who had protected him from Nazi indoctrination.In West Germany, Uwe's challenges continue. He lives alone in a freezing attic, works menial jobs to survive, and attends a boarding school with an unusual religious atmosphere. Despite these struggles, his passion for art and writing blossoms, leading him to contribute to a local newspaper.Uwe's life takes a significant turn when he hones his language skills in England and France and begins training as a journalist. By age 21, he is a desk editor at the Associated Press, launching a distinguished career in international journalism. Duration - 5h 7m. Author - Uwe Netto. Narrator - Charles Fox. Published Date - Thursday, 04 January 2024.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:12
Farewell to Gillian
Duration:00:17:22
Introduction: Urchin's Rollercoaster
Duration:00:04:58
Chapter 1. Yarn on Wheels
Duration:00:28:05
Chapter 2. Picnic, Poetry, and the English Major
Duration:00:18:52
Chapter 3. Among Nobles, Nuns, and Nutcases
Duration:00:15:14
Chapter 4. Non-Dogmas, Mercilessly Enforced
Duration:00:30:53
Chapter 5. An Urchin Divided
Duration:00:17:38
Chapter 6. Breaking Points in Urchin's Life
Duration:00:20:49
Chapter 7. Urchin's Dark Years
Duration:00:21:54
Chapter 8. Urchin's English Liaisons
Duration:00:41:39
Chapter 9. Urchin in Paris
Duration:00:37:25
Chapter 9. Urchin in Paris.
Duration:00:20:16
Chapter 11. Urchin's Last Years in Germany
Duration:00:31:49
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:13