GDR Literature refers to the body of literary works produced in the German Democratic Republic (GDR), also known as East Germany, from its establishment in 1949 until reunification in 1990. This literature often reflects the political and social realities of life under a socialist regime, addressing themes such as oppression, identity, and the struggle for freedom. Writers in the GDR, including notable figures like Christa Wolf and Heiner Müller, navigated the challenges of censorship and state control while striving to express their artistic visions. Their works often employed allegory and symbolism to critique the regime and explore the complexities of human experience in a divided nation.