Postwar Continuity and New Challenges in Central Europe, 1918-1923: The War That Never Ended

The book "Central Europe After 1918: A Multi-Layered Analysis" explores the challenges and dilemmas faced by Central Europe after the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It examines the extent to which solutions applied in the Habsburg Monarchy were continued in the newly created nation-states and the extent to which these new political organisms went their own ways. The book offers a comprehensive view of Central Europe between 1918 and 1923, focusing on post-1918 Central Europe on the local, state, and international levels.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 462 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the complex aftermath of the Austro-Hungarian Empire's collapse in Central Europe. It offers a multi-faceted analysis of the prevailing geopolitics, the ongoing border disputes, the significant war damage, the social and economic challenges, and the replacement of administrative staff and leaders. Unlike Western Europe, Central Europe faced unprecedented dilemmas and complexities. The editors of this book have assembled a diverse group of authors from over a dozen academic institutions to explore the extent to which the solutions applied in the Habsburg Monarchy were continued in the newly formed nation-states. They also examine how these new political entities charted their own paths. The book provides a closer look at Central Europe, characterized by its unique set of problems following 1918, including the organization of the post-imperial space, the emergence of a new political discourse, the creation of new national memories, the role of national minorities, the resolution of social issues, and the expression of verbal and physical violence in public spaces.

Particular chapters focus on post-1918 Central Europe at the local, state, and international levels, offering a comprehensive overview of this sub-region between 1918 and 1923. This book is a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding the complex dynamics of Central Europe during this pivotal period.

Weight: 870g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032027494