Clayton, Professor Anthony
Ukraine
- ISBN 13:
- 9781500731311
- author:
- Clayton, Professor Anthony
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 60
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Russia,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Ukraine: A Complex History The events of February 2014 must be understood within the broader context of Ukraine's troubled past. For centuries, this vast and fertile country has been vulnerable to invasion and assault from various directions, including Asia, Cossacks, Poles, and Russian forces. These repeated attempts to impose their will have resulted in widespread persecution, expulsion, and massacre. Despite these challenges, a distinct Ukrainian culture and language began to emerge 150 years ago. However, the country's industry-driven growth also created a need for a Russian workforce, leading to corruption and social unrest among successive ruling elites. The country's flag independence in 1991 sparked debates about national identity, while Russia's post-Soviet views on intervention in Ukraine's affairs have been shaped by historical precedents dating back to the days of Peter the Great. Today, Ukraine's complex history remains relevant, with ongoing tensions between the country and its larger neighbour.
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