A history of private life in the German Democratic Republic, showing how the private sphere assumed central importance in the GDR from the very outset, and revealing the myriad ways in which privacy was expressed, staged and defended by citizens living in a communist society.
Exploring the significance of the private sphere in the German Democratic Republic, this book delves into how citizens navigated and protected their personal lives under a communist regime. It highlights various expressions of privacy and the ways individuals staged their private existence, revealing the complexities of life in a state where public and private boundaries were often blurred. Through historical analysis, it uncovers the resilience and creativity of GDR citizens in maintaining their personal identities amidst political constraints.
In 1945, Europe lay in ruins. Some fifty million people were dead, and millions more languished in physical and moral disarray. The devastation of World War II was unprecedented in character as well as in scale. Unlike the First World War, the second blurred the line between soldier and civilian, inflicting untold horrors on people from all walks of life. A continent that had previously considered itself the very measure of civilization for the world had turned into its barbaric opposite. Reconstruction, then, was a matter of turning Europe's "civilizing mission" inward. In this magisterial work, Oxford historian Paul Betts describes how this effort found expression in humanitarian relief work, the prosecution of war crimes against humanity, a resurgent Catholic Church, peace campaigns, expanded welfare policies, renewed global engagement and numerous efforts to salvage damaged cultural traditions. Authoritative and sweeping, Ruin and Renewal is essential reading for anyone hoping to understand how Europe was transformed after the destruction of World War II
From the Werkbund to the Bauhaus to Braun, from furniture to automobiles to consumer appliances, twentieth-century industrial design is closely associated with Germany. In this pathbreaking study, Paul Betts brings to light the crucial role that design played in building a progressive West German industrial culture atop the charred remains of the past. The Authority of Everyday Objects details how the postwar period gave rise to a new design culture comprising a sprawling network of diverse interest groups—including the state and industry, architects and designers, consumer groups and museums, as well as publicists and women's organizations—who all identified industrial design as a vital means of economic recovery, social reform, and even moral regeneration. These cultural battles took on heightened importance precisely because the stakes were nothing less than the very shape and significance of West German domestic modernity. Betts tells the rich and far-reaching story of how and why commodity aesthetics became a focal point for fashioning a certain West German cultural identity. This book is situated at the very crossroads of German industry and aesthetics, Cold War politics and international modernism, institutional life and visual culture.
Focusing on Reactive Extensions, this tutorial provides a comprehensive guide for .NET developers looking to enhance their skills in WPF, Silverlight, and Windows Phone applications. It offers unique insights and advanced techniques for effectively managing events and asynchronous method calls using Rx, making it an essential resource for those aiming to master this emerging technology.
A comprehensive guide for DIY enthusiasts, this book details the design and fabrication of a classical style butt-stock reservoir air rifle. Paul Betts provides step-by-step instructions, along with insights into the design process often overlooked in similar works. The air rifle is powerful enough for hunting or survival situations, making it an ideal project for those interested in mastering airgun construction. This resource is perfect for anyone eager to learn the art of building air rifles.
The book explores the rise of Evidence Based Policing (EBP) in the UK, analyzing its impact on policing practices and institutional changes. Drawing on Michel Foucault's theories, it presents a critical history of EBP, linking it to broader themes of managerialism and neoliberalism. The author argues that EBP is not a purely objective tool for policing policy but rather a contested concept that serves specific political purposes. This examination is relevant for readers interested in policing, critical criminology, and political science.
A Study of Pre-service Teachers/Teaching
Focusing on pre-service teachers' experiences, this project delves into their perceptions of mathematics and teaching during an elementary curriculum course. Utilizing a complexity framework and narrative inquiry, it examines how participant stories reveal evolving images of teaching and learning. The analysis highlights co-negotiated tensions and contradictions in their narratives, offering insights into both their development and the broader implications for teacher transformation. This inquiry aims to illuminate the intricate dynamics of teaching practices and the evolution of educators' identities.
Die Wiedergeburt der europäischen Zivilisation 1945 | Eine vielstimmiges Panorama Europas in der Nachkriegszeit
»Ein Buch von bemerkenswerter Tiefe, das es vermag, sowohl eine Weltgeschichte Europas als auch eine europäische Geschichte der Welt nach 1945 zu sein.« Christopher Clark 1945 liegt Europa in Trümmern. Städte und Gemeinden sind durch Krieg zerstört, die Wirtschaft am Boden. Das von den Nationalsozialisten industrialisierte Morden hat ethische Werte ebenso pervertiert wie Religion, Kultur und Wissenschaft. Wie ist es gelungen, dem zerrütteten Kontinent wieder Frieden, Wohlstand und Fortschritt zu bringen? Auf der Grundlage von Originalquellen und Zeitzeugenberichten schreibt Paul Betts die vielstimmige Erzählung der Wiedergeburt Europas und zeigt, welch große Errungenschaft wir heute wieder verlieren könnten.
Die Untersuchung beleuchtet die Erfahrungen angehender Lehrer im Kontext eines Grundschul-Mathematikkurses und deren sich entwickelnde Auffassungen von Mathematik und Lehren. Unter Verwendung eines post-positivistischen Rahmens und narrativer Methoden werden die ko-konstruierten Erzählungen der Teilnehmer analysiert. Dabei wird der Fokus auf die Spannungen und Widersprüche gelegt, die aus den unterschiedlichen Narrativen entstehen. Die Ergebnisse bieten wertvolle Einblicke in den Veränderungsprozess von Lehrern und deren Entwicklung im Umgang mit Mathematik und Lehrmethoden.