A History of the Roumanians From Roman Times to the Completion of Unity [Paperback]

First published in 1934, this book presents a detailed account of Romanian history by the British historian and activist R. W. Seton-Watson.First published in 1934, this book presents a detailed account of Romanian history, beginning with a description of the origins of Romanian identity during Roman times and moving through to the completion of national unity in the 191820 period. The text also contains a comprehensive bibliography and a number of illustrative plates.First published in 1934, this book presents a detailed account of Romanian history, beginning with a description of the origins of Romanian identity during Roman times and moving through to the completion of national unity in the 191820 period. The text also contains a comprehensive bibliography and a number of illustrative plates.R. W. Seton-Watson (18791951) was a British historian and activist who played an important role in European political affairs, most notably during the break-up of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. First published in 1934, this book presents a detailed account of Romanian history by Seton-Watson, beginning with a description of the origins of Romanian identity during Roman times and moving through to the completion of national unity in the 191820 period. The text also contains a comprehensive bibliography and a number of illustrative plates. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Seton-Watson and perspectives on Romanian history.1. Roumanian origins; 2. The beginnings of the principalities; 3. Turkish vassalage (15041714); 4. Transylvania under native princes (15261690); 5. The Phanariot regime (17141821); 6. Austria, Russia and the Roumanian problem; 7. Transylvania under Habsburg rule (16901792); 8. The growth of Roumanian nationality (181248); 9. The movement for unity (184859); 10. Transylvania from 1792 to 1867; 11. From unity to independence; 12. The reign of King Charles; 13. Transylvania under the dual system; 14. Roumania and the Balkan problem lS¨