The wolves are coming back: the politics of fear in Eastern Germany

The wolves are returning to Germany, while German politics are shifting to the right. The rising nationalist Alternative for Germany (AfD) draw much of their support from places that have been referred to as the 'post-traumatic places' in East Germany, structured by realities of disownment...

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Main Authors: Pates, Rebecca (Author), Leser, Julia 1987- (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Manchester, UK Manchester University Press 2021
Edition:First published
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Online Access:DE-188
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Summary:The wolves are returning to Germany, while German politics are shifting to the right. The rising nationalist Alternative for Germany (AfD) draw much of their support from places that have been referred to as the 'post-traumatic places' in East Germany, structured by realities of disownment, disenfranchisement, and a lack of democratic infrastructure. While nationalist parties are on the rise everywhere in Europe, this is a case study of East German fringe political movements, splinter parties, and agitation against both migrants and wolves. The authors move beyond easy stereotypes and strive to unravel the deep story of why East German politics is shifting to the right. The returning wolves serve both as metaphor and analytical tool to further an understanding of the logics and sentiments that underlie the rise of the right in East German politics
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references and index
Physical Description:1 Online-Ressource (xiv, 218 Seiten) Illustrationen, Karten
ISBN:9781526150233
1526150239
DOI:10.7765/9781526150233

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