Aspects of European History 1789-1980 [Paperback]

In this sequel to his popular Aspects of European History, 1494 - 1789, Stephen J. Lee charts the most commonly encountered topics of nineteenth and twentieth century history, from the origins of the French Revolution, through the social and political reforms and upheavals of the last two centuries to the present.

Helpful and accessible, the book includes:

* an invigorating guide and sound source of background material
* short analytical chapters
* an interpretative approach to history, providing a range of viewpoints on each subject
* both a broad survey and specific studies
* stimulation for student's ability to develop and clarify theme
* a careful structure which aids notetaking, preparation of essays and revision.

Any student of European history will want to have this book at their side throughout their course studies.

Stephen Lee charts the most commonly encountered topics of nineteenth and twentieth century European history, from the origins of the French Revolution, through the social and political reforms of the last two centuries to the present.'... does just what the title implies and does it well. Certainly a book for the library shelves.' - Teaching PoliticsIntroduction, 1. The Origins of the French Revolution, 2. The Course of the French Revolution, 3. The Reforms of Napoleon I, 4. The Fall of Napoleon I, 5. The Concert of Europe 181548, 6. Metternich and the Austrian Empire 181548, 7. The Revolutions of 18489, 8. The Impact of the Crimean War on European Diplomacy, 9. Cavour, Garibaldi and the Unification of Italy, 10. The Unification of Germany, 11. The Reforms of Alexander II, 12. The Collapse of the Second French Empire, 13. Bismarck and the German Political Parties 187190, 14. The Survival of the Third French Republic 18701914, 15lC