Stefan Zweig took an immense part in the political themes of his time: the unification of Europe and the dangers that followed after the First World War. Convinced of the "spirit of humanity", he writes with unshakable hope against the disintegration of Europe, appeals flamingly to reason, brings engaged proposals - and finally he also feels a sense of helplessness. Through this book, a new light comes to Stefan Zweig - and through this reading, a special focus on our history and our future.