One of the most well-known and popular politicians and publicists takes stock. In his memoirs about the time after leaving the Chancellery in the autumn of 1982, Helmut Schmidt describes the transformative historical developments since the end of the Cold War. He reflects on current politics and the future of Germany, and speaks about very personal matters. "Out of Office" is Helmut Schmidt's most private book and at the same time his political legacy. Helmut Schmidt is considered one of the great figures of German politics. Across party lines, he embodies the ideal statesman for many Germans. Twenty-five years after the end of his term as Chancellor, he now takes stock and expresses his views clearly on central issues of our time. He condemns the global upheavals of predatory capitalism and appeals to morality.