Stasiland : Stories from Behind the Berlin Wall by Anna Funder 9781783787340

Stasiland : Stories from Behind the Berlin Wall

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Embark on a captivating journey through the remnants of East Germany with Anna Funder's Samuel Johnson Prize-winning masterpiece. This poignant and meticulously crafted work delves into the extraordinary lives of those who endured life behind the Iron Curtain.

Funder's narrative prowess shines as she introduces us to a cast of unforgettable characters: Miriam, branded an enemy of the state at sixteen; Frau Paul, tragically separated from her infant by the Berlin Wall; and the infamous 'Mik Jegger' of the East, a man whose very existence was denied by the authorities. With keen insight and a touch of humour, Funder also engages with former Stasi operatives, revealing their lingering loyalty to a vanished regime.

Stasiland paints a vivid portrait of state oppression, celebrating the resilience and defiance of the human spirit in the face of totalitarian control. In our era of pervasive surveillance, this gripping account of life in the German Democratic Republic resonates more powerfully than ever.

Hailed as a 'heartbreaking, beautifully written book' by the Guardian and praised for its truth-telling by Rachel Cusk, Stasiland stands as an essential chronicle of a pivotal moment in history. Funder's masterful blend of investigative journalism and storytelling creates an unforgettable exploration of oppression, memory, and the enduring quest for freedom.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9781783787340
Book Author: Anna Funder
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: Granta Books
Book Publisher: Granta Books
Book Dimensions: 129 x 198 x 22 cm
Book Publication Date: 2021-08-26
Book Pagination: 304 pages
Book Weight: 214g

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