Within Walls

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Exploring the significance of the private sphere in the German Democratic Republic, this book delves into how citizens navigated and protected their personal lives under a communist regime. It highlights various expressions of privacy and the ways individuals staged their private existence, revealing the complexities of life in a state where public and private boundaries were often blurred. Through historical analysis, it uncovers the resilience and creativity of GDR citizens in maintaining their personal identities amidst political constraints.