David R. Marples Books

The book delves into the evolving narratives surrounding pivotal events in 20th-century Ukrainian history, notably the Famine of 1932-33 and the Ukrainian insurgency during World War II. By analyzing a diverse array of sources, including newspapers and textbooks, it highlights the dramatic shifts in perspective that have occurred since the late Gorbachev era up to 2005. This examination is poised to spark significant debate within both media and academia, particularly within Ukraine, as it addresses sensitive historical interpretations.

The book delves into Ukraine's tumultuous period from 2013 to 2017, highlighting key events such as the Euromaidan protests, the annexation of Crimea, and the conflict in Donetsk and Luhansk. It explores Ukraine's efforts to confront Russian aggression through Decommunisation, including the removal of Lenin statues and the implementation of Memory Laws in 2015. Through a series of articles, the narrative captures the complexities of national identity and historical memory amid ongoing conflict.

The papers presented in this volume analyze the civil uprising known as Euromaidan that began in central Kyiv in late November 2013, when the Ukrainian president Viktor Yanukovych opted not to sign an Association Agreement with the European Union, and continued over the following months. The topics include the motivations and expectations of protesters, organized crime, nationalism, gender issues, mass media, the Russian language, and the impact of Euromaidan on Ukrainian politics as well as on the EU, Russia, and Belarus. The goal of the book is less to offer a definitive account than one that represents a variety of aspects of a mass movement that captivated world attention and led to the downfall of the Yanukovych presidency. The authors comprise well known and younger scholars who work on contemporary Ukraine and its neighbors.

The author's academic journey spans from undergraduate studies in London to a professorship in Alberta, focusing on Ukraine and Belarus. It explores the significant transformations during the late Soviet and post-Soviet eras, enriched by personal travel narratives and experiences, including visits to Chernobyl. With over 25 trips to Belarus, he navigated political challenges, while in Ukraine, he evolved from an outsider to a prominent scholar, analyzing the intersection of scholarship, politics, and social media during pivotal moments like the Euromaidan uprising.

The History Boys celebrates 30 iconic goals and players in the illustrious history of Nottingham Forest. Featuring exclusive interviews and detailed career profiles, it delves deep into the club's defining moments, which echo down through history and resonate with each generation of Forest fans.

Reds and Rams: A Story of the East Midlands Derby charts one of the most fiercely fought football rivalries in the world. Nottingham Forest and Derby County have been adversaries for 130 years. The only thing they have ever agreed on is the genius of Brian Clough, but they may have more in common with each other than either would care to admit.

The collapse of the Soviet Union has widely been seen as the reult of the arms race and Cold War, and the failure of the Soviet side to keep pace with new technology. This is an accessible guide to the key events surrounding the disintegration of the USSR. číst celé