Title A history of Central Europe : nations and states since 1848 / Robert Austin

Published Cham, Switzerland : Palgrave Macmillan, 2021

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Description 1 online resource (1 volume) : illustrations (black and white) Contents 1. Introduction: Flashpoints on the Road to 1918 -- 2. The Interwar Failures, 1918 1939 3. The Second World War in Central Europe -- 4. Making Most of Central Europe Communist -- 5. Communists in Power, 1948-1988 -- 6.1989 2004: Roundtables, Streets Protests and the Long Journey Back to Europe -- 7. A New Central Europe or Past as Prologue? Summary This textbook offers a survey of the history of Central Europe since 1848, from the Springtime of Nations, through the world wars and communist period, to NATO and EU membership. With an emphasis on nation-building, it gives the reader a better understanding of not just political history but also of the regions economic development and of everyday life. The book brings the reader right up to the present, considering contemporary issues such as the impact of the 2015 refugee crisis, migration out of Central Europe, the weakening of democratic institutions and the re-emergence of nationalism. Throughout, it offers fresh perspectives, gives agency to Central Europe, and pays attention to the ethnic, linguistic and religious diversity of the region. This is essential reading for students taking courses on Central/East-Central Europe. It is also suitable for courses on 19th and 20th Century Europe, or for anyone with an interest in the region Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index Notes Print version record Subject Economic history Politics and government SUBJECT Europe, Central -- History -- 19th century Europe, Central -- History -- 20th century Europe, Central -- History -- 21st century Europe, Central -- Politics and government -- 19th century Europe, Central -- Politics and government -- 20th century Europe, Central -- Politics and government -- 21st century Europe, Central -- Economic conditions -- 19th century Europe, Central -- Economic conditions -- 20th century Europe, Central -- Economic conditions -- 21st century Subject Central Europe Genre/Form History Form Electronic book ISBN 9783030845438 3030845435

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