Customer Reviews

German Life

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I'm finally ordering a subscription to German Life magazine. I've been buying it on the newstand for at least six months (maybe closer to a year), so I must admit to myself that I like it.

This is definitely a magazine for the German-American lifestyle. Each issue has articles about destinations in Germany, about German crafts, or an event going on. But the publishers are well-aware that the audience is in North America. so there are articles about geneaology and other topics of interest to the folks back home. And it may be worth reading simply for the advertisements -- plenty of companies selling German goods have ads in here, so you can find a source from which to buy a beer stein or knockwurst.

Don't expect great literature. This isn't the finest, deepest prose you'll encounter, but then that's not the point. It's an enjoyable read, particularly if you want to take a virtual trip to somewhere else.

This magazine has beautiful photography and excellent articles.

It covers all of German speaking Europe (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) as well as covering German events in the United States.

There are often historical articles and nostalgic pieces as well as news stories and editorials. I especially like the travel advice as it is often for areas off the beaten path.

I end up reading it cover to cover each issue

I bought a subscription for my mother (Munchen born, still has accent) last year for christmas. I had never seen the magazine on a news stand, so I took a chance. She was very happy to get it and she said she liked the stories. Her complaint being that there wasn't enough in it to keep her interested or wanting a renewal. I glanced through a copy and echoed her review. She enjoyed the pictures and often took the magazine to work to show her co-workers places she had been etc.

If you are looking for a quick read with TONS of advertisements for wurst and other german items, get a copy.

This magazine is excellent for getting to know the real German culture from top to bottom. Many people who have lived or gone to Germany only know various parts of Germany. This magazine shows the whole country. It not only shows the culture and aspects of the country today, but also its past. It also gives resources for traveling, health, cooking, and various indigenous products of Germany. It is really a good find for those interested in Germany's wonderful culture. It is mostly written in English with one article written in German.

I ordered this for a class my daughter was taking. The 10 week class is now over and I still have not seen the magazine. Had I known the ridiculous delay on this item I would not have ordered it.

I ordered a gift subscription for my mom in November 2005. German Life received full payment for the subscription at that time. It is now April 26, 2006 and still not one magazine! I have emailed them several times from their website and have never received a reply. I called in March and was told the label had been printed and my mom should receive her first magazine soon. Still no magazine.

Might be a good magazine if you can manage to get them to send one to you. I've never, ever encountered anything quite like this blatent lack of service. If you want to read this magazine, get a copy at the store.

It's too bad you can't give negative stars. Their customer service is that bad.

I saw this wonderful magazine at the newsstand. I liked it so much I sent in my subscription immediately. I look forward to each issue and read it from cover to cover. There are articles on notable German, Swiss, and Austrian destinations, customs, and events as well as articles featuring German American points of interest. The photography is great. The book reviews are always informative. I usually end up making the featured recipe and many have been excellent. German Life is a wonderful magazine for all German Americans interested in their heritage; a real gem.

Some of my fellow reviewers complain that the magazine's articles aren't substantive. Hogwash! I cannot believe the smallness of some people. I truly appreciate the succinctness of the features. If you want a tome on German culture, visit the library.

German Life magazine has wonderful articles and stories about Germany and surrounding German-speaking countries. I have enjoyed the three years that I have been getting the magazine and often go back and read old stories. I cannot understand the negative reviews for this publication. It is a very specialized publication that is a labor of love for the writers and editors. Sure, it is not a 200-page magazine, but what it lacks in quantity it more than makes up for in quality. Enjoy!

My subscription to "German Life" may have been purchased on 10/31/07, but I have not seen a copy of the magazine as of this writing.

Good magazine, but it took a long to get the first issue - but that was the expected delivery date so I guess I shouldn't complain. I was just so excited I wanted it right away. Oh well. Good magazine.