Hans-Ulrich Jörges is one of Germany's leading journalists. In his autobiography, he offers surprising insights into his highly exciting life. After his father was blackmailed into working for the Stasi in East Germany, he fled to the West overnight. The family began a life of poverty there. In his youth, Jörges was left-wing radical and experienced the gradual transition from political resistance to the RAF and Revolutionary Cells. Two acquaintances became figures of international terrorism. Jörges also took up arms until significant experiences led him to a radical change of heart. He became a political journalist and vowed to remain incorruptible, working for publications such as Süddeutsche Zeitung, Die Woche, and for many years as the editor-in-chief of stern, where he played a crucial role in the downfall of Rudolf Scharping as Minister of Defense. He maintained regular contact with top politicians like Angela Merkel, Hans-Dietrich Genscher, Joschka Fischer, and Oskar Lafontaine. His life confession is a wonderful reading experience through 70 years of history and media.