Parts 64 to 66 of ?The Bright Side of the Doom“
Caught In The Maelstrom Of Political Turmoil +++ Swinging Sixties In The GDR +++ I Find My Own Way

Parts 64 to 66 of ?The Bright Side of the Doom“

This factual novel is a prequel to ?The 18-Year-Old Who Wrote a Note and Disappeared“. It is based on real events that took place between 1933 and 1989 in central Germany.

Part 64: Caught In The Maelstrom Of Political Turmoil

The lack of a debate led to serious flaws in the socialist planned economy. In short, the people were dissatisfied, and the workers’ uprising on June 17, 1953, could no longer be prevented. ?? Continue Reading

Part 65: Swinging Sixties In The GDR

While working as a chamber cleaner and plant operator, retraining, and doing sports, I also had plenty of free time. Most weekends I went to the clubhouse to dance. ?? Continue Reading

Part 66: I Find My Own Way

A good three years had passed since I spontaneously dropped out of school. I could be quite satisfied with my professional development. But my parents saw things differently. ?? Continue Reading

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