The shortest history of Europe
Title:
The shortest history of Europe
Author:
Hirst, John (John Bradley), 1942-2016 author.
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Edition:
Fourth edition.
Publication Information:
Carlton, Australia : Black Inc., 2018.
Physical Description:
vii, 196 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
Summary:
"The Shortest History of Europe begins with a rapid overview of European civilisation, describing its birth from an unlikely mixture of classical learning, Christianity and German warrior culture. Over the centuries, this unstable blend produced highly distinctive characters - pious knights and belligerent popes, romantics spouting folklore and revolutionaries imitating Rome - and its coming apart provided the dynamic of European history in modern times."
Language:
English
Contents:
Shortest History. Europe Classical and Medieval -- Europe Modern -- The Classic feeling ; Longer History. Invasions and conquests -- Forms of government I -- Forms of government II -- Emperors and popes -- Languages -- The common people -- What is it about Europe? ; Destructive Forces. Industrialisation and revolution -- Two world wars.
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ISBN:
9781760640422
Format :
Book
