Was everything better in the past? Of course! Because back then we had real friends. Men held doors open for women, contracts were sealed with a handshake, and our bank advisor didn’t talk about knockout certificates but instead put our money in a savings account for three percent interest. Andreas Hock, author of the Spiegel bestseller "Am I the Only One Here Who Can Speak German?", embarks on a humorous and reflective journey into the good old days: a time with solid values and reliable manners. His observations are funny, profound, and melancholic at the same time. A book for everyone who misses shared lunches or family TV nights; for those who still stand up when a grandmother gets on the tram - and for all who are fed up with bad manners. With a comprehensive etiquette test!.