In this sequel to his popular Aspects of European History, 1494 - 1789, Stephen J. Lee charts the most commonly encountered topics of nineteenth and twentieth century history, from the origins of the French Revolution, through the social and political reforms and upheavals of the last two centuries to the present.
Helpful and accessible, the book includes:
* an invigorating guide and sound source of background material * short analytical chapters * an interpretative approach to history, providing a range of viewpoints on each subject * both a broad survey...
In this sequel to his popular Aspects of European History, 1494 - 1789, Stephen J. Lee charts the most commonly encountered topics of nin...
Aspects of British History, 1815-1914 addresses the major issues of this much-studied period in a clear and digestible form. * Introduces a fresh feel to long-studied topics * Consolidates a grest deal of recent research * Carefully organised to reflect the way teachers tackle this course * Written by and experienced and renowned textbook author * Illustrated with helpful maps and photographs
Aspects of British History, 1815-1914 addresses the major issues of this much-studied period in a clear and digestible form. * Introduces ...
This volume examines the major themes, personalities and issues of this period. It introduces different angles to long-studied topics; consolidates a body of recent research; analyzes views of different historians; offers an interpretive rather than narrative approach; gives concise treatment to complex issues; is directly relevant to student questions and courses; is organized to reflect the way teachers tackle these courses; and is illustrated with maps, charts, illustrations and photographs.
This volume examines the major themes, personalities and issues of this period. It introduces different angles to long-studied topics; consolidates a ...
Stalin and the Soviet Union offers new interpretations of recently uncovered archives examining the Soviet leader's domestic and foreign policy. It covers core topics such as:
* Stalin's rise to power * the economy * society * culture * the Cold War * the Second World War * terror.
For all students of Russia, Stalin and European history, this will prove essential reading, and a clear background and guide to exam success.
Stalin and the Soviet Union offers new interpretations of recently uncovered archives examining the Soviet leader's domestic and foreign p...
Covering the period from 1547 to 1558, The Mid Tudors explores the reigns of Edward VI and Mary. Stephen J. Lee examines all the key issues debated by historians, including the question as to whether there was a mid-Tudor crisis. Using a wide variety of sources and historiography, Lee also looks at the Reformation and the Counter Reformation, as well as discussing government and foreign policy. The book starts with a chapter on Henry VIII to establish the overall perspective over the following two reigns - thereby providing a basis to examine their positive as well as negative...
Covering the period from 1547 to 1558, The Mid Tudors explores the reigns of Edward VI and Mary. Stephen J. Lee examines all the key issue...
Gladstone and Disraeli surveys the careers of these two influential Prime Ministers. Stephen J. Lee examines how Gladstone and Disraeli became the leaders of different parties and goes on to consider their premierships, analysing many different aspects of the two men. Using a wide variety of sources and historiography, Stephen J. Lee compares and contrasts the beliefs of Gladstone and Disraeli, their effect on the economy, social reform, the Irish problem and parliamentary reform, along with foreign policy.
Gladstone and Disraeli surveys the careers of these two influential Prime Ministers. Stephen J. Lee examines how Gladstone and Disraeli became the lea...
The Weimar Republic provides a comprehensive introduction to Germany in the aftermath of the First World War. Exploring themes including the formation of the Republic, the impact of the Treaty of Versailles and the Republic's problems and achievements, it is an invaluable study guide.
This second edition includes two new chapters: the first looks at the Chancellors and Presidents of the Republic, the second assesses the career of Gustav Stresemann. It also contains a timeline and updated analysis to enhance readers' understanding of events and controversies....
The Weimar Republic provides a comprehensive introduction to Germany in the aftermath of the First World War. Exploring themes inc...
Hitler and Nazi Germany provides a concise introduction to Hitler s rise to power and Nazi domestic and foreign policies through to the end of the Second World War. Combining narrative, the views of different historians, interpretation and a selection of sources, this book provides a concise introduction and study aid for students.
This second edition has been extensively revised and expanded and includes new chapters on the Nazi regime, the SS and Gestapo, and the Second World War. Expanded background narratives provide a solid understanding of the period and the analyses and sources...
Hitler and Nazi Germany provides a concise introduction to Hitler s rise to power and Nazi domestic and foreign policies through to the end of the ...
European Dictatorships 1918 1945 surveys the extraordinary circumstances leading to, and arising from, the transformation of over half of Europe s states to dictatorships between the first and the second world wars. From the notorious dictatorships of Mussolini, Hitler and Stalin to less well-known states and leaders, Stephen J. Lee scrutinizes the experiences of Russia, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal and Central and Eastern European states.
This fourth edition has been fully revised and updated throughout. New material for this edition includes:
the most recent research on...
European Dictatorships 1918 1945 surveys the extraordinary circumstances leading to, and arising from, the transformation of over half of Europe s ...
