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Beyond the Wall: Germany's Road to Unification (Twentieth Century Fund Book),Used
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Beyond the Wall is the first book, in either English or German, to tell the whole story of the extraordinary revolution that demolished the Berlin Wall, ended the Cold war, and tore apart the Soviet regime. Elizabeth Pond, former Moscow and European correspondent for the Christian Science Monitor, was an eyewitness to the dramatic events of 198992 and to the fifteen years of relations between Germany and Eastern Europe leading up to them. Pond weaves together in riveting prose the strands of events that are usually recounted separately. Rather than looking just at the East German revolt or the process of unification that created a new nation, she traces the interaction of these events and their diplomatic consequences for Europe. Pond shows the political, economic, and social forces at workleading up to the unification, during the transition process, and in the aftermath. Looking at the European framework, she explains how significantly the European Community and its move toward integration both affected and were affected by German unification. The book contains a wealth of new information form hundreds of interviews with top German and American policymakers, East German Politburo members and average German citizens. It also incorporates uptodate research on such topics as the Stasi secret police and the midlife crisis of the German left. Pond concludes with an assessment of the roles of the United States and a unified Germany in the new Europe. Calling for a continued partnership between the United States and Germany, who ''have come through a common baptism of fire since the fall of the Berlin Wall,'' Pond casts an optimistic eye toward the future.'
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Beyond the Wall'? A: 'Beyond the Wall' covers the historical events surrounding the fall of the Berlin Wall, the end of the Cold War, and the unification of Germany, providing a comprehensive narrative of these transformative moments.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Beyond the Wall'? A: The author is Elizabeth Pond, a former Moscow and European correspondent for the Christian Science Monitor, who witnessed the events she describes.
- Q: What type of book is 'Beyond the Wall'? A: 'Beyond the Wall' is a revised edition paperback book that combines historical analysis with personal accounts of the events leading to German unification.
- Q: How many pages does 'Beyond the Wall' have? A: The book contains 383 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Beyond the Wall' is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: When was 'Beyond the Wall' published? A: 'Beyond the Wall' was published on May 1, 1994.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from the book? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into the political, economic, and social dynamics that influenced German unification, along with firsthand accounts from key figures involved.
- Q: Does 'Beyond the Wall' include personal interviews? A: Yes, the book incorporates information from hundreds of interviews with policymakers, citizens, and members of the East German Politburo.
- Q: Is 'Beyond the Wall' suitable for academic purposes? A: Yes, the book provides valuable historical context and analysis, making it suitable for academic study of modern European history.
- Q: What is the significance of the book's title, 'Beyond the Wall'? A: The title references the Berlin Wall, symbolizing the division of Germany and the broader European issues that were resolved during the unification process.