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Limits of Fear: Thumann's Moving Report on the New Europe
In his new travel report, Michael Thumann describes the division of Europe, personal encounters and the shadows of the Putin era.
Limits of Fear: Thumann's Moving Report on the New Europe
Michael Thumann has published a captivating sequel to his bestseller “Revanche” with his new, personal travel report. In his book, published on August 25, 2025, he reflects on the renewed division of Europe and vividly describes his journey from Moscow across Russia's external borders. The route takes him east towards Central Asia and then west via the Baltic states and Poland to Germany. Thumann not only documents border crossings, but also conducts surveys at the borders, recording the stories of the people he meets.
A central concern of his report is the situation of Russian refugees in neighboring countries. Thumann describes her fears of Russia's revanchism and belligerence and sheds light on how much the Putin era has influenced personal dreams and hopes. He also addresses the history of German-Russian relations and current tensions. This work is described as a contemporary historical testimony that offers important insights into current geopolitical developments. The book was published by C. H. Beck, ISBN 978-3-406-83003-7.
Press reviews and reactions
The reactions to Thumann's book are overwhelmingly positive. The Frankfurter Rundschau describes the narrative as more than just a foreign policy report; She sees this as a farewell to old Russia and an opportunity for understanding. Those too Film broadcast ZDF Markus Lanz praises the book as brilliant because it impressively describes the new Russia and the silence of the Russians.
The ARD highlights how Thumann depicts the closing of borders and the return of the Iron Curtain. His statements about Putin's intentions in the Ukraine war also attracted a lot of interest during the NDR The book is highly recommended because Thumann explains complex connections clearly.
A look at the human dimension
The little stories that Thumann tells are particularly noteworthy. Loud International politics These are often strange, touching or sad and bring the world of experience in Russia closer to life in a vivid and authentic way. As a result of his reporting, Thumann's work changes the understanding of Russia's imperialist ambitions, such as Bavaria2 determines.
The Gießener Anzeiger describes the book as definitely worth reading, while Cicero notes that at the end of the journey there is a spark of hope. Thumann's book encourages us to think about Putin's future, a topic that couldn't be more topical. Finally he sets Deutschlandfunk human curiosity counters the coldness of the Putin system and underlines the relevance of Thumann's story.