Twentieth-Century Europe: 1900 to the Present

Twentieth-Century Europe: 1900 to the Present provides a concise and accessible review of European history from the beginning of the twentieth century, placing it in a global context and exploring key themes such as colonial power, political influence, postwar cooperation, and social trends. The fourth edition offers an extensive revision of all chapters, including new content on Brexit, terrorist attacks, the COVID-19 pandemic, and right-wing parties. It is organized chronologically and includes an extensive index and appendix. Ideal for undergraduate history courses and general readers interested in modern European history.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 22 January 2024
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Twentieth-Century Europe: 1900 to the Present is a comprehensive textbook that offers a captivating narrative account of modern European history. Written with the student in mind, it provides a concise and accessible review of the significant themes and major events that shaped European history from the beginning of the twentieth century. The book places Europe in a global context, exploring key themes such as the slow unraveling of European colonial and political power throughout the world, the emergence of the United States as a major influence on European politics, the different postwar approaches to European cooperation, and competing perspectives on political, economic, and social questions.

The textbook is organized chronologically, with each chapter including a brief chronology. Maps, tables, illustrations, and photographs are scattered throughout to enhance the learning experience. The fourth edition of Twentieth-Century Europe: 1900 to the Present offers an extensive revision of all chapters, including new and updated content on Brexit; terrorist attacks in France, Belgium, Germany, and Britain; the COVID-19 pandemic; the Russian invasion of Ukraine; the rise of right-wing parties in Italy and Hungary; and much more. Discussions of intellectual and cultural trends are included to enable readers to examine political and economic developments in their historical context.

The text is divided into four chronological sections and 12 logically organized and easy to read and comprehend chapters. An extensive index and a useful glossary are also provided to aid students in their study. Whether used in traditional or non-traditional courses, Twentieth-Century Europe: 1900 to the Present is an invaluable resource for students seeking to gain a deeper understanding of modern European history.

Weight: 476g
Dimension: 211 x 135 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119878735
Edition number: 4 ed