Summary:
The book presents a series of personal narratives from individuals who lived under the oppressive regime of East Germany's Stasi, the secret police. It explores the impact of surveillance and the struggle for freedom, as well as the lingering effects on those who lived through this period after the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Key points:
1. Surveillance Power: The book emphasizes the Stasi's extensive surveillance system in East Germany, showing its impact on control, manipulation, and citizens' psychology.
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