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Interpretations of the Two Germanies, 1945-1990
Mary Fulbrook
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The two Germanies, arising from the unpromising ashes of defeated Nazi Germany, came to represent opposing models of state and society. The Federal Republic established itself as a remarkably stable democracy and successful social market economy: the German Democratic Republic developed an apparently exemplary form of 'actually existing socialism' and became a pillar of the Soviet bloc. Then in 1989, the 'gentle revolution' in East Germany added a new twist with the collapse of Communist rule. With rapid reunification, the united Germany of 1990 faced new challenges as the unprecedented transformation created a multitude of economic problems and social tensions.
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The two Germanies, arising from the unpromising ashes of defeated Nazi Germany, came to represent opposing models of state and society. The Federal Republic established itself as a remarkably stable democracy and successful social market economy: the German Democratic Republic developed an apparently exemplary form of 'actually existing socialism' and became a pillar of the Soviet bloc. Then in 1989, the 'gentle revolution' in East Germany added a new twist with the collapse of Communist rule. With rapid reunification, the united Germany of 1990 faced new challenges as the unprecedented transformation created a multitude of economic problems and social tensions.
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Product Details
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Series
Studies in European History
Condition
New
Number of Pages
128
Place of Publication
, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780333665794
SKU
V9780333665794
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About Mary Fulbrook
MARY FULBROOK is Professor of German History at University College London.
Reviews for Interpretations of the Two Germanies, 1945-1990
Review of the first edition: '... will amply repay careful reading.' - Times Higher Education Supplement '[This] is an excellent textbook with good coverage and fair conclusions.' - Matt Perry, Immigrants and Minorities