The Forgotten Appeasement of 1920: Lloyd George, Lenin and Poland

The Forgotten Appeasement of 1920 explores the British-Soviet negotiations and diplomatic operations behind the scenes during a turning point in East European history. Professor Nowak uses previously unexamined documents from Russian and British archives to show how top British politicians were ready to accept a new Russian imperial control over Eastern Europe. The book fills a lacuna in contemporary historiography and appeals to researchers of geopolitical affairs, the history of Poland, and the political mentality of Western elites.

Format: Hardback
Length: 350 pages
Publication date: 26 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Forgotten Appeasement of 1920 delves into a pivotal moment in East European history, marked by Lenin's Soviet Russia's decision to challenge the Versailles system and initiate a military attack on the continent during the summer of 1920. The consequences of this attack could have led to the occupation of Poland and East Central Europe, with a potential expansion of the Red Army further west. This book explores the behind-the-scenes negotiations and diplomatic maneuvers between the British and Soviet governments. Professor Nowak utilizes previously unexamined documents from Russian and British archives to demonstrate how top British politicians were willing to accept a new Russian imperial control over Eastern Europe. By unraveling this previously untold story of the first and forgotten appeasement, which was only halted by the Polish military victory over the Red Army, Nowak contributes to the book's quality by offering fresh insights into contemporary historiography.

This book will appeal to scholars and researchers interested in geopolitical affairs, the history of Poland, and the political mindset of Western elites. It will also be of interest to university students, tutors, scholars of history and international relations, as well as amateur historians and history enthusiasts, thanks to its engaging and captivating narrative.

Weight: 666g
Dimension: 162 x 241 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032434636