Alexander Starritt is a British novelist and translator with a particular interest in German literature, history, and culture. His fiction explores themes of war, memory, identity, and the moral complexities of the past, while his translation work has introduced contemporary German-language writing to English-speaking readers. His novel *We Germans* follows an elderly German veteran reflecting on his experiences during the Second World War, offering a nuanced exploration of historical memory, collective responsibility, and the legacy of conflict across generations.