Ulrich Lins Bücher

Die dreiteilige Grundkonzeption der Reihe (Darstellung - Grundprobleme und Tendenzen der Forschung - Quellen und Literatur) muss hier nicht diskutiert werden. Das Konzept ist so bestechend und praktikabel, dass sich die Oldenbourg-Reihe seit Langem m�helos gegen andere Studienbuchreihen behauptet, die es mittlerweile bekanntlich in gro�er Zahl gibt. Neben der konzeptionellen Grundstruktur hat zu dieser F�hrungsposition der Reihe auch die Tatsache beigetragen, dass es gelungen ist, als Bandautoren durchweg ausgewiesene Fachleute zu gewinnen, denen es eben m�glich ist, im Rahmen der engen Umfangsvorgaben eine konzise Gesamtdarstellung und eine auf die wesentlichen Probleme konzentrierte Sichtung der Forschungsdiskussion zu bieten. Enno B�n, in: sehepunkteAusf�hrliche Informationen unter www.geschichte-lehrbuch.de

This book examines the rise of the international language Esperanto, launched in 1887 as a proposed a solution to national conflicts and a path to a more tolerant world. The chapters in this volume examine the position of Esperanto in Eastern Europe during the Cold War; in particular it explores Stalin’s final years and the gradual re-emergence of the Esperanto movement. At first, its revival was limited to the satellite countries, especially Bulgaria and Poland, but, with Stalinism’s gradual retreat, Esperanto organizations reappeared in most East European countries and eventually in the Soviet Union itself. The progress was uneven, and its details reveal the stresses and strains that became apparent as the solidarity of the Soviet bloc declined. This book will appeal to a wide readership, including linguists, historians, political scientists and others interested in the history of the twentieth century from the unusual perspective of language. This volume is complemented by the sister volume Dangerous Language — Esperanto under Hitler and Stalin which offers a concentration on the creation and early emergence of Esperanto as an international language.

The multi-book set features both volumes of Ulrich Lins' Dangerous Language, exploring the complexities of language and its impact on culture and identity. Through engaging narratives, Lins delves into the nuances of communication, examining how language shapes societal norms and personal interactions. The work invites readers to reflect on the power of words and the consequences of linguistic choices in a diverse world. This collection is essential for those interested in linguistics and cultural studies.

Focusing on the emergence of Esperanto, this volume explores its role as a response to national conflicts and a means for fostering international communication since its inception in 1887. It highlights the challenges faced by its speakers, particularly under oppressive regimes that viewed such direct communication as a threat. The book posits that the history of Esperanto reflects broader societal attitudes towards personal connections across borders and the pursuit of knowledge beyond state-imposed limitations. It appeals to linguists, historians, and political scientists interested in the interplay of language and politics in the twentieth century.