A Reversal of Fortunes?

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The book explores the profound impact of German unification on women in eastern Germany, particularly regarding their roles in the labor market. Following the collapse of state socialism, women, who had made up nearly half of the workforce by the 1980s, faced significant challenges as the transition to a market economy led to a sharp decline in job opportunities. The restructuring resulted in a re-masculinization of the workforce, leaving many women unemployed and highlighting the gendered nature of economic changes during this period.