Learning German Discover Germanys Brightest and Best Historical Heros

Learning German Discover Germanys Brightest and Best Historical Heros The German Language’s Best Ambassadors ChaptersAlbert EinsteinMartin LutherClaudia SchifferAnne FrankImmanuel KantLudwig Van BeethovenBoris BeckerKarl LagerfeldJohann Wolfgang von GoetheHorst TappertKarl MayAs Europe’s most populous country and 4th global economic power, Germany is a power destination for those wanting to live abroad.  Whether you want to live, study, or do an internship in Germany, you should definitely learn German.However, traditional German studies at school tend to be ineffective. Parents and students are now deciding to adopt a different approach and focus on German culture and learning more about German speaking countries.German personalities and celebrities, especially poets and writers, act as ambassadors for the language and the culture and are a great way for students to learn more about German and integrate themselves into German culture.Here’s our list of the most influential German personalities for anyone who wants to learn more about the History of the German language...Taking german l essons london could also be of benefit.Cosmetics: Unilever, Coty, InterparfumsPhotography: Gerhard Steidl, 3 Suisses, Le Figaro.Publishing: 7LCinema: The Valet, Totally SpiesProperty: Eddie Trump Group, Isla ModaAt just 6 years old, Karl Lagerfeld had already mastered English, German, and French. He’s an ambassador for the German language and “Karlisms” in which he mixes together several foreign languages.Johann Wolfgang von GoetheIf there’s one author you need to know to pass a German citizenship test, it’ll be Goethe!Born in 1749, Goethe is one of German literature’s most famous writers. Both a novelist and a statesman, Goethe influenced several European writers and thinkers.Some of his most famous works include:Faust, Part OneFaust, Part TwoThe Sorrows of Young WertherTheory of ColoursPrometheusElective AffinitiesWilhelm Meister's ApprenticeshipItalian Journey, etc.Goethe is as important for the German language as Shakespeare is for the English language.While both hug ely famous and popular, his works were also often controversial as they included themes that were rejected by the bourgeoisie of the 18th century. Nevertheless, Goethe’s novels like The Sorrows of Young Werther are classics of German literature.Goethe is basically the German Shakespeare. (Source: Wikimedia Commons)“Those who know nothing of foreign languages know nothing of their own.” -  Johann Wolfgang von GoetheIf you really want to understand the German language, you need to study Goethe!Horst TappertDoes the name Horst Tappert ring a bell?  His face might be more familiar. He played Derrick in the German TV series!In Germany, Horst Tappert is one of German cinema’s most famous actors. In addition to his role as a detective, Tappert appeared in around 50 different films throughout his career.The German crime series took the German language worldwide and was bought in 100 different countries. After 25 years on TV, Horst Tappert last appeared as the detective in 1998.A Ger man television institution, even Pope John Paul II was a fan of Horst Tappert and the actor was even given the title of honorary police commissioner in Munich.  Tappert is one of Germany’s most famous cultural exports!Karl MayKarl May is one of the most famous German writers in the world. In addition to poetry, autobiographies, music, he is also known for his adventure novels.Some of his most famous works include:WinnetouOld ShatterhandThe Treasure of Silver LakeThe Oil PrinceOld DeathOld SurehandIn the DesertDespite his international success, Karl May isn’t widely known in the UK. This means it’s very difficult to get into his books without speaking German.  Karl May’s works were inspired by German and English Westerns and are great for anyone wanting to learn German.