Chickering, Roger
The German Empire, 1871-1918
- ISBN 13:
- 9781107026742
- author:
- Chickering, Roger
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2025
- Pages:
- 665
- Dimensions:
- 23.6 x 16.3 x 3.9 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- History, Europe, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The German Empire, 1871-1918 by Roger Chickering is a comprehensive survey of a pivotal period in modern German history. The book explores the complex social, cultural, and political dynamics that shaped the empire during its tumultuous years, from unification to the end of World War I. Through a nuanced examination of the impact of rapid industrialization and urban growth on various groups, Chickering sheds light on the often-overlooked regional and ethnic reverberations of this period. By focusing on local and domestic experiences as well as global ramifications, the author provides a rich and multifaceted understanding of the German Empire's restless era. This book offers the most comprehensive survey of this period available in the English language, making it an invaluable resource for historians and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of modern German history.