The work contains a brief foreword but does not include an index or bibliographical references. Numerous mistakes in the information supplied as well as the banality of some of the reports and an arbitrary selection of keywords make this work inappropriate for both European and American libraries. A general, descriptive reference work with a distinctly American orientation. Some coverage of art, literature, and culture is present. Maps are included.
More attention is paid to periods and events in which the U.S. played a role.
Particular German concepts are covered well, though with somewhat arbitrary emphasis and superficial and sometimes inaccurate treatment. This work would only be passable as a general introduction for American German studies undergraduates. The Newsletter is appearing in a new format, unfortunately lacking the bibliographical section. It was published in conjunction with the celebration of the city's 700 year anniversary. The articles are typical for this sort of reference work, although clubs and small-scale industry seem to be especially well represented.