Fringe Voices: Texts by and about Minorities in the Federal Republic of Germany (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781859731321)

Since German unification, there have been many reports about xenophobia in Germany and the government has attempted to stem the new wave of racism. In contrast, the voices of the victims of racism -- refugees, asylum seekers, immigrants -- are seldom heard. This first anthology of essays by significant writers from minority groups in Germany -- Turks, Afro-Germans, German Jews, Eastern Europeans and others -- sheds new light on the diverse experiences of minority groups living in Germany today. It also introduces to English-speaking audiences innovative literary talents whose contribution to German culture has not yet received the attention it deserves.Students of contemporary German culture who wish to increase their understanding of the changing nature of German society will find this book invaluable. It will also be of interest to anyone following the rise of xenophobia in Germany, its possible causes, and the changing politics of immigration.

Author: Antje Harnisch
ISBN-10: 1859731325
ISBN-13: 9781859731321
Publisher: Berg 3pl
Language: English
Published: 01/01/1999
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.82lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.47w x 0.68d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 08/01/2000 pg. 202