The Regions of Germany: A Reference Guide to History and Culture (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780313324000)

This is a timely and unique overview of the 16 diverse federal states that make up the reunified Germany. The essential data for each state is provided in this easy-to-use reference. The demographics, geography, history, recent politics, economy, architecture, and noteworthy sites, people and culture, memorial sites, and traditional cuisine are surveyed in turn. This is an invaluable resource for students studying German and Germany, travelers, and teachers.

A clear introduction explains the new Germany in historical and regional context. It has been claimed that Germany is a post-national society, but regions are still a primary basis of identity for many Germans and one of the main references points in daily life and politics. Part of Germany's reconstruction came through re-creation and identification with historically remolded regions. This work offers a needed summary of the results thus far.

Author: Dieter Buse
ISBN-10: 031332400X
ISBN-13: 9780313324000
Publisher: Greenwood
Language: English
Published: 06/30/2005
Pages: 312
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.34lbs
Size: 9.58h x 6.34w x 1.07d

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 09/01/2005 pg. 176
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2006 pg. 50
Rec Ref Bks for Small/Med Libr 01/01/2006 pg. 28