Miller, Alexei
Imperial Rule
- ISBN 13:
- 9789639241985
- author:
- Miller, Alexei
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Central European University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 220
- Dimensions:
- 22.8 x 15.9 x 1.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Austria & Hungary,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Imperial Rule: A Comparative Analysis of 19th-Century Empires This book offers a fresh perspective on the development of empires in the 19th century, examining the methods used to create and maintain these vast power structures. The authors compare the imperial systems of the Habsburg Monarchy, the Ottoman Empire, Imperial Russia, and the German "Reich", shedding light on the role of nations, religions, and ideologies in shaping their legitimacy. By analyzing the imperial elites and institutions of these empires, the book reveals a more nuanced understanding of their adaptability and resilience to change. The authors argue that empires were capable of evolving and responding to new circumstances, challenging common assumptions about their nature and longevity. A valuable contribution to the study of state building and empire formation, Imperial Rule provides a unique insight into the complexities of imperial rule in the 19th century.
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