The Edinburgh History of the Greeks, 20th and Early 21st Centuries: Global Perspectives

The twentieth century saw a tumultuous era in Greek history, with Greeks abandoning the countryside for the cities and becoming more 'western' and secularised. However, they have also experienced crises, including war decades, the Turkish invasion of Cyprus, and economic crises. This book explores the relationship between state and society and Greeks' place in the wider world, considering how they have engaged with global change and the impact of international factors on their lives.

Format: Hardback
Length: 504 pages
Publication date: 30 April 2023
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

Greek history during the twentieth century was marked by significant changes and upheavals. Many Greeks left their rural homes and migrated to urban areas or joined the growing global diaspora. This urbanization and secularization led to a more "Western" society in Greece and Cyprus. However, the region has also faced numerous crises throughout its history, including two destructive war decades (1912-1922 and 1940-1949), the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in 1974, and the economic crises of the 2010s. This book explores the relationship between state and society in Greece and how Greeks have responded to global change and the impact of international factors on their lives. It examines the ways in which Greeks have adapted to and influenced the wider world, and how they have shaped their own identity and place in the global community.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474410823