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Watching the Watchers

Communist Elites, the Secret Police and Social Order in Cold War Europe

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Henry Thomson

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Pages: 354 pages
Reading time: 13 hours

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Focusing on the role of secret police within communist regimes in Central and Eastern Europe, the author unveils the inner workings of these often-misunderstood institutions. By examining their functions and influence, the book provides valuable insights into the mechanisms of authoritarian governance. It is a crucial resource for those seeking to understand the dynamics of power and repression in dictatorships.

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Title: Watching the Watchers
Subtitle: Communist Elites, the Secret Police and Social Order in Cold War Europe
Language: English
Authors: Henry Thomson
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Released: 2024
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 354
ISBN13: 9781009413596
Tags: History, Political Science & Politics, Compatriot and Exile literature
Description: Focusing on the role of secret police within communist regimes in Central and Eastern Europe, the author unveils the inner workings of these often-misunderstood institutions. By examining their functions and influence, the book provides valuable insights into the mechanisms of authoritarian governance. It is a crucial resource for those seeking to understand the dynamics of power and repression in dictatorships.