Eastern Europe: 1968-1984

The book "Eastern Europe 1968-1984" was written in response to renewed interest in Eastern European events in the 60s and 70s. It focuses on changes in the post-Stalinist period, including balance of power, Eastern Europe's new economics, patterns of normalization, the CMEA's economy, and the East-West German rapprochement. It is an important read for students and researchers of East European Politics, East European history, and International Relations.

Format: Hardback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

First published in 1986, Eastern Europe 1968-1984: A Study of Change and Continuity responds to the resurgence of interest in Eastern European events during the 1960s and 1970s. The author's primary focus in crafting this work lies in examining the transformations that occurred in the post-Stalinist period, with the intention of mitigating political, economic, and social conflicts. However, the unintended consequences of these reforms have often exacerbated these contradictions.

The book delves into a range of themes, including the balance of power in Eastern Europe, the emergence of a new economic landscape, patterns of normalization, the impact of the Common Market on Europe's economy and the global recession, perceptions of Eastern Europe in the West, and the process of reconciliation between East and West Germany.

This comprehensive study is of utmost importance to students and scholars engaged in the study of East European Politics, East European history, and International Relations. It offers valuable insights into the complex dynamics and historical developments that shaped Eastern Europe during a pivotal period of its history.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032611884