With more than 1,100 entries written by an international group of over 150 contributors, the Encyclopedia of Contemporary German Culture brings together myriad strands of social, political and cultural life in the post-1945 German-speaking world.

With a unique structure and format, an inclusive treatment of the concept of culture, and coverage of East, West and post-unification Germany, as well as Austria and Switzerland, the Encyclopedia of Contemporary German Culture is the first reference work of its kind.

Containing longer overviews of up to 2,000 words, as well as shorter factual entries, cross-referencing to other relevant articles, useful further reading suggestions and extensive indexing, this highly useable volume provides the scholar, teacher, student or non-specialist with an astonishing breadth and depth of information.

Reviews

"Will appeal to both the lay reader with no knowledge of German language or culture and the scholar who demands extensive research tools." - Library Journal

"Provides considerably broader coverage than traditional German reference works. Its articles consist of a judicios mix of biographical and topical entries ... This is an excellent source for any library..." - Choice

'This encyclopedia is recommended for college and university libraries as well as language, film, and literature collections. - American Reference Books Annual Edition 2000

'Coverage is thorough, especially in the political and arts arenas ... will be of interest to college and university students in such diverse areas as political science, religion and the arts'Booklist November 1999

'It deserves a place on the shelves of all public and academic libraries' - Library Journal

'Sandford's exciting new publication provides considerably broader coverage than traditional German reference works. Its articles consist of a judicios mix of biographical and topical entries ... the entries themselves are well written and authoritative ... long and impressive list of contributors contains many well-known names in contemporary German studies. An excellent source for any library' - Choice

Book Information
ISBN 9780415263528
Author John Sandford
Format Paperback
Page Count 728
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 1350g