| GÜNTER GRASS OBITUARY Farewell to Germany's Towering Literary Figure As a writer, he helped define postwar German literature. As a political activist, he helped shape the nation's conscience. For some 60 years, Günter Grass was one of the most influential figures in Germany. |
| GERMAN ASYLUM Attacks on Refugee Hostels a Growing Problem The recent arson attack against a refugee hostel in Tröglitz has made headlines around the world. But it is far from the exception in Germany. Even as most asylum-seekers in the country are left in peace, there has been a disturbing rise in anti-refugee violence. By SPIEGEL Staff |
