'With the translations of these articles, original GDR essays are made available to the English-speaking public. The editors achieved their aim to present material 'essential for an understanding of the German Democratic Republic.' The introductions to each chapter, the footnotes, and the questions for discussion attest to their dedication.'—GERMAN STUDIES REVIEW

"...a welcome addition to the English Language Literature on East Germany. It is valuable because it provides texts by East German authors and then helps the student to analyze them." - German Studies Review

"With the translations of these articles, original GDR essays are made available to the English-speaking public. The editors achieved their aim to present material 'essential for an understanding of the German Democratic Republic.' The introductions toeach chapter, the footnotes, and the questions for discussion attest to their dedication." - German Studies Review

"With the translations of these articles, original GDR essays are made available to the English-speaking public. The editors achieved their aim to present material 'essential for an understanding of the German Democratic Republic.' The introductions to each chapter, the footnotes, and the questions for discussion attest to their dedication." - German Studies Review

"...a welcome addition to the English Language Literature on East Germany. It is valuable because it provides texts by East German authors and then helps the student to analyze them." - German Studies Review