Books by Konrad Goldau
Good Advice is Expensive: A World Journey Through the Great Depression
Good Advice is Expensive. A World Journey through the Great Depression is an autobiographical account by Hans Adolf Goldau, published by his son Konrad Gustav Goldau. It chronicles his experiences and those of his brother Karl from 1927 through 1930, during the Great Depression. This book chronicles his travels from China to Germany and the United States, and his return to China through Russia. This work offers readers a rare, first-hand glimpse into a pivotal era in global history. The title reflects the recurring theme in the narrative, emphasizing the value of wisdom gained through adversity.
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The Tree Grew In China: A biography of four wars and one family
This book details the struggles of one family as they navigate the Russian and Chinese revolutions, followed by World War ll and the Vietnam War.
