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The "Berlin Republic" has become an important concept of post-Cold War Germany. Symbolized by the move of the government from Bonn to Berlin, it signifies both the tangible and intangible changes in Germany's position in the world that occurred during the 1990s. The 21 contributions to this volume, written by German writers and governmental and cultural leaders, as well as international experts on German affairs, examine the New Germany, ranging across history, foreign policy, art, architecture, and culture. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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<p>The "Berlin Republic" has become the key concept of post-Cold War Germany and as such has been widely discussed inside as well as outside Germany. Symbolized by the move of the government from Bonn to Berlin it signals all the tangible and intangible changes in Germany's position in the world that have taken place during the 1990s. Well known German authors, decision-makers, and cultural leaders as well as internationally renowned experts on German affairs contribute to this volume, examining various aspects of the New Germany and its old/new capital, such as history, foreign policy, art, architecture, and culture. In this way, the reader gains a varied but comprehensive picture of Germany after unification as perceived by its neighbors, friends, and allies.</p>
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