The position of Germany following unification has initiated much debate about its future role as a superpower whilst acknowledging the internal difficulties which lie ahead for the former East German states. In order to appreciate the present difficulties, it is crucial to understand the context. Focussing on both the former Federal Republic and the former GDR, the author analyzes major aspects of the unification process. German-German relations during the 1980s are examined using previously inaccessible archival material from the GDR as well as in-depth interviews with top politicians, including Krenz and Schabowski. The unification process itself is discussed, with particular emphasis on an analysis of the elections, the unification treaty and transitional government structures. Finally, the author considers the European dimensions to unification and the future prospects for Germany. Particular account is taken of the adjustments required with the old Federal Republic to incorporate the new lander.
- ISBN10 1855670151
- ISBN13 9781855670150
- Publish Date 16 July 1992 (first published 1 January 1992)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 30 June 2005
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Imprint Frances Pinter Publishers Ltd
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 220
- Language English