Britain, the Albanian National Question and the Fall of the Ottoman Empire, 1876-1914

This book explores the relationship between Albania, Britain, and the Ottoman Empire from 1876 to 1914, highlighting the significance of Albania and the Albanian question at this time. It uses a wide range of archival source materials to explore British foreign policy and public opinion towards Albanian nationalism. The book provides fresh insight into why the Albanians were not supported by the Great Powers in their national quest and draws significant new conclusions on British, Balkan, and Ottoman relations. It is vital reading for scholars interested in modern Albanian history, turn-of-the-century British international relations, and the fall of the Ottoman Empire.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 19 October 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Albania has often been overlooked as a minor player in the history of late 19th and early 20th centuries. However, this book aims to shed light on the significance of this nation and the Albanian question during that period. Through a comprehensive analysis of the relationship between Albania, Britain, and the Ottoman Empire from 1876 to 1914, the book highlights the importance of Albania and the Albanian question at that time.

The book utilizes a wide range of archival source materials, some of which are published in English for the first time, to explore British foreign policy towards the development of the Albanian national movement and the simultaneous decline of the Ottoman Empire. By examining these materials, the book sheds light on the objectives of the British government as well as the public opinion of both the British people towards Albanian nationalism and the reaction of the Albanians towards the British diplomatic position.

Through this unique lens, author Daut Dauti offers fresh insights into why the Albanians were not supported by the Great Powers in their national quest, in contrast to other Balkan countries. The book also draws significant new conclusions on British, Balkan, and Ottoman relations. As such, this nuanced study is essential reading for scholars interested in modern Albanian history, turn-of-the-century British international relations, and the fall of the Ottoman Empire more broadly.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350349537