"An narrative history that offers a fresh take on the last 2,000 years of Germany's history--from the invention of the word "German" by Julius Caesar in 58 BC, through the rise of Nazi Germany, and up to the present day."--Provided by publisher.

Originally published: United Kingdom : Old Street Publishing, 2017. Includes index.

In the proto-beginning -- Part 1. The first half-millennium (58 BC-526 AD) -- The Romans create the Germans, then the Germans take over Rome -- Part 2. The second half millennium (526 AD-983 AD) -- The Germans restore Rome -- Part 3. The third half-millennium (983 AD-1525 AD) -- There is a battle for Germany -- Part 4. The fourth half-millennium (1525 AD-the present) -- Germany goes two ways.