Description
An A-Z of Modern Europe 1789-1999 is a comprehensive dictionary which defines modern Europe through its important events and people. It includes entries on:
* key people from Napoleon Bonaparte to Hitler
* key political and military events
* influential political, social, cultural and economic theories.
An A-Z of Modern Europe 1789-1999 offers accessible and concise definitions of nearly 1000 separate items. The book is cross-referenced and thus provides associated links and connections while the appendices contain essential extra information. The book contains five helpful maps to guide the reader along.
About the Author
Martin Polley is a senior lecturer in history at King Alfred's College, Winchester, and author of Moving the Goalposts: A History of Sport and Society since 1945 (Routledge, 1998).
Reviews
'A-Z of Modern Europe is a succinct guide to the major issues and personalities of the past 200 years of European history. It is thoroughly cross-referenced and will surely prove indispensable' - Ruth Henig, University of Lancaster
'Students will find this a lucid and reliable source of essential information.' - Patricia Clavin, Keele University
Book Information
ISBN 9780415185981
Author Martin Polley
Format Paperback
Page Count 206
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 340g
