The Stasi by Mike Dennis

The Stasi by Mike Dennis

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

Mike Dennis is a Professor of History and War Studies at the University of Wolverhampton.

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ISBN 13	9780582414228
ISBN 10	0582414229
Title	The Stasi
Author	Mike Dennis
Series	Themes In Modern German History
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published	2003-07-03
Number of pages	288
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