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The Stasi

Myth and Reality

Norman Laporte author Mike Dennis author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:3rd Jul '03

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The Stasi were a central institution of the GDR, and this book illuminates the nature and operation of the entire East German regime, addressing one of the most important topics in modern German history. Its emphasis is primarily on the key years under Erich Honecker, who was Head of State from 1976 and ousted in 1989.The book looks at all aspects of the control, operation and impact of the security police - their methods, targets, structure, accountability, and in particular the crucial question of how far they were an arm of the ruling communist party or were themselves a virtually autonomous political actor.  

'illuminating, well structured and lucid study...

His impressive and useful book will be essential reading for students and scholars of the GDR for many years to come.'

European History Quarterly

ISBN: 9780582414228

Dimensions: 242mm x 165mm x 21mm

Weight: 585g

288 pages