Editors, Charles River

The Stasi

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ISBN 13:: 9781985881693
author:: Editors, Charles River
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2018
Pages:: 60
Dimensions:: 22.91 x 15.19 x 0.3 centimetres
Genre:: History, Europe, General,
Condition:: New
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The Stasi: The History and Legacy of East Germany's Secret Police Agency by Charles River;Charles River Editors This comprehensive history explores the development and impact of East Germany's security services, specifically the Stasi. From its origins to its eventual collapse, the Stasi played a pivotal role in shaping the country's totalitarian regime. The Stasi's methods were often diabolical, using tactics such as Zersetzung - a process of destroying self-confidence through damaging reputation, work failures, and personal relationships. This approach allowed the Stasi to maintain control without resorting to mass arrests, leveraging its vast access to personal information and institutions to effectively silence dissent. The legacy of the Stasi remains contested in modern Germany, with differing perspectives on its role in shaping the country's history. This book provides a detailed examination of the Stasi's history and its lasting impact on East German society.

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