The Promised Land?: Feminist Writing in the German Democratic Republic

Focusing on the feminist writings of notable authors from the German Democratic Republic, this book explores their unique perspectives on women's issues, contrasting them with Western feminist ideas. It highlights the GDR's supportive policies for women, such as equal rights and extensive maternity benefits, while examining themes like desire, femininity, and the redefinition of women's roles. Through cultural studies and feminist theory, it compares the experiences of women in the GDR with those in the U.S. and questions whether the GDR truly represented a "promised land" for women.