Kershaw, Ian

Roller-Coaster: Europe, 1950-2017

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ISBN 13:: 9780141980447
author:: Kershaw, Ian
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Penguin Books Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2019
Pages:: 704
Dimensions:: 19.8 x 12.9 x 3.1 centimetres (0
Genre:: History, Europe, General,
Condition:: New
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Ian Kershaw's Roller-Coaster Europe is a comprehensive history of the continent from 1950 to 2017. After the devastation of the Second World War, Europe experienced a period of relative peace and prosperity, marked by significant economic improvements. However, this era was also characterized by the threat of nuclear war and the dominance of the Cold War, which left Europeans at the mercy of global powers. The book explores the complexities of this period, highlighting both the successes, such as the collapse of the Soviet bloc and the reunification of Germany, and the fragilities that emerged with the rise of globalization. Kershaw's masterful narrative draws on examples from across the continent, creating a rich and nuanced portrait of a divided Europe. This book offers a fresh perspective on the world we live in, encouraging readers to rethink their understanding of Europe and its place in the world.

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