Hunger and scarcity plagued the women as the war dragged on from "summary" of A Woman In Berlin by Anonymous
As the war continued, the women in Berlin found themselves facing an ever-growing struggle with hunger and scarcity. The lack of food and resources became a constant burden on their daily lives, leaving them with a constant feeling of emptiness and desperation. With each passing day, their search for sustenance became more difficult, as supplies dwindled and rationing measures became stricter. The women were forced to get creative in their efforts to find food, resorting to bartering, scavenging, and even stealing in order to survive. The scarcity of food also took a toll on the women's physical and emotional well-being. Malnutrition became a widespread issue, leading to weakness, illness, and a general sense of fatigue. The women struggled to find the energy to carry on with their daily tasks, as their bodies weakened from lack of nourishment. In addition to the physical effects of hunger, the psychological impact was also profound. The constant worry about where their next meal would come from weighed heavily on the women, causing anxiety and despair to set in. D...
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