Konstantin Richter wins German Non-Fiction Book Prize

Journalist and author Konstantin Richter has been awarded the German Non-Fiction Book Prize for his book "Dreihundert Männer. Aufstieg und Fall der Deutschland AG" (Three Hundred Men. Rise and Fall of the Deutschland AG).

The jury selected Richter's work from a pool of 239 titles, recognizing its ability to illuminate the often-abstract concept of the German economy. "Konstantin Richter makes visible what lies hidden behind the abstract image of the 'German economy' – and thus provides a basis for drawing the right conclusions for the future," the jury stated in its decision.

The prize, endowed with 25,000 euros, was presented at an evening ceremony in Hamburg by the Börsenverein des Deutschen Buchhandels (German Publishers and Booksellers Association). Richter's book emerged victorious over seven other nominated titles.

In addition to Richter's winning entry, seven other authors were nominated for their works, each receiving 2,500 euros. These included books on topics ranging from historical figures and future scenarios to medical ethics and the philosophy of artificial intelligence. The nominated books were chosen for offering guidance and providing socially relevant impulses in easily understandable language.

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Konstantin Richter makes visible what lies hidden behind the abstract image of the 'German economy' – and thus provides a basis for drawing the right conclusions for the future.