This series provides in-depth and insightful analyses of pivotal moments and figures in historical development. Each volume focuses on a specific topic or era, drawing on the latest historical research and original interpretations. It is an essential resource for students, academics, and anyone seeking detailed and thought-provoking historical scholarship. The collection offers a rich tapestry for understanding the complexities of the past.
A concise yet thorough examination of the critical postwar years in the US. It argues that the major trends and themes of postwar American history have their origins during this period. číst celé
This comprehensive survey explores the evolution of the Liberal and Conservative parties in Britain, tracing their development from the emergence of the Liberal Party under Gladstone to the Conservative dominance led by Salisbury in the late nineteenth century. It delves into key political events, ideologies, and the shifting dynamics between the two parties during this transformative period in British history.
The Vietnam War examines this conflict from its origins up until North Vietnam¿s victory in 1975. Historian Mitchell K. Hall¿s lucid account is an ideal introduction to the key debates surrounding a war that remains controversial and disputed in American scholarship and collective memory.¿ The new edition has been fully updated and expanded to include additional material on the preceding French Indochina War, the American antiwar movement, North Vietnamese perspectives and motivations, and the postwar scholarly debate. The text is supported by a documents section and a wide range of study tools, including a timeline of events, glossaries of key figures and terms, and a rich "further reading" section accompanied by a new bibliographical essay. Concise yet comprehensive, The Vietnam War remains the most accessible and stimulating introduction to this crucial 20th-century conflict.
Now in its fifth edition, Origins of the Cold War 1941-1949 covers the formative years of the momentous struggle that developed between two superpowers, the United States and the Soviet Union. Now in its fifth edition, Origins of the Cold War 1941 - 1949 covers the formative years of the momentous struggle that developed between two superpowers, the United States and the Soviet Union. This accessible text explains how the Cold War originated and developed between 1941 and 1949 and involved the entire globe, with proxy wars being fought much to the detriment of the developing world. The fifth edition is revised, updated and expanded to include new material on topics such as the efforts of the Soviet Union, the UK and France to prevent the outbreak of World War II; the reasons behind the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact; atomic diplomacy and the role played by Soviet spies in the West; the culture wars and propaganda; Churchill's efforts to entice the US into the war against Germany; the role of Hollywood in promoting intervention; the US's insouciance concerning the danger of a Japanese attack; the astonishing success of the Soviet Union in recruiting high level American officials to provide invaluable information on politics, science, engineering and avionics; and more. Incorporating the most recent scholarship, Martin McCauley provides students with an invaluable introduction to a fascinating period that shaped today's world. The book is an important staple for courses on modern global history and international affairs. Inhaltsverzeichnis PART I: The background 1. The background PART II: Descriptive analysis 2. Conflict 3. Operation Unthinkable and Operation Pincher: World War III? 4. Atomic diplomacy 5. Eastern Europe 6. The Middle East 7. East Asia and Indo-China 8. Bretton Woods, the IMF and the World Bank 9. Conflict over Germany and the Soviet Union in new light 10. Decisions which led to division 11. The Truman Doctrine and the Marshall Plan 12. The Soviet response 13. Espionage 14. Culture wars 15. Who was responsible for the Cold War? 16. The United Nations and the concept of the collect security PART III: Assessment 17. Was it all inevitable? PART IV: Documents
Key themes in British, European, and World history are explored through a series of concise volumes, each supported by primary materials, a bibliography, and an index. Expert authors contribute to these scholarly works, reflecting the latest research and current historical interpretations. The series is undergoing significant renewal, with plans for new titles and editions presented in a more accessible format, enhancing the reader's experience with updated designs and additional resources like maps and glossaries.