Nimm das Leben, wie es ist. Aber lass es nicht so.

Franz Müntefering writes about life in a relaxed and remarkable way, with humour and understanding. About sense and nonsense. Hesitation and action. Believing and no longer believing. Growing old and staying curious. About dying and death. About the love of life and what that means for politics. With a nod to the little things of everyday life. Franz Müntefering, who has helped shape German politics for decades at federal and state level and in his home community of Sundern/Sauerland, remains true to his motto: "Take the world as it is, but don't accept it! This is a book for everyone who knows and appreciates "Münte". An invitation to reflect on the big topics of our existence without lying to ourselves. A bow to the small but decisive things of everyday life. A reading journey with heart and spirit for all those who have kept their feet on the ground.