Oltermann, Philip
The Stasi Poetry Circle: The Creative Writing Class that Tried to Win the Cold War
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571331208
- author:
- Oltermann, Philip
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Faber & Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Germany,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Stasi Poetry Circle: A Creative Writing Class that Tackled the Cold War. In the late 1980s, the Stasi, East Germany's secret police, took an unusual approach to counter the growing dissident movement. They established a poetry circle, where writers could express themselves freely, under the guise of a creative writing class. This extraordinary true story is a fascinating blend of politics, literature, and the human spirit. Philip Oltermann's book delves into the lives of those who participated in this unlikely experiment, and the consequences that followed. With meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Oltermann brings to life the complexities of this intriguing chapter in modern history.
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