Feuerkraut

The autobiography "Feuerkraut" by Gerda Lerner offers a deep insight into the life of one of the most significant historians and pioneers of the women's movement. Lerner, who grew up in the Viennese bourgeoisie, describes her childhood and youth in a culturally rich environment, shaped by art and music. Her rebellious nature led her to an active political stance, which she further developed during the turbulent times of National Socialism and her emigration to the USA. With much wit and self-irony, she reflects on her personal challenges, including her marriages and her role as a homemaker, before becoming one of the leading voices in feminist historiography. This autobiography is not only a personal narrative but also an important document of the feminist movement of the 20th century.