Staunch Nazi resister and Lutheran pastor best remembered for the famous 1945 poem which includes the sentiment (paraphrased), “First they came for the communists….” Lot of five ALS in German, each signed “Martin,” various formats and lengths, 1963–1970. Niemöller writes to Marlene on various personal, political, and philosophical matters, including a red-carpet welcome in the city of Corpus Christi, Texas, conditions in Germany since Adenauer came to power, the attitudes of society (including materialism), the environment, the death of a family friend, and several references to Billa Donaldson, the woman who took care of him after the death of his wife. Accompanied by several typewritten translations and synopses. An interesting opportunity for further research! In fine condition, with usual mailing folds. R&R COA.
