Civilization and Barbarity in 20th Century Europe

"In Civilization and Barbarity in 20th-Century Europe eminent historian Gabriel Jackson deals with the political and cultural history of Europe during the past hundred years. It is not, however, a mere chronological survey concentrating on political and economic developments. Rather, the major aspects of those developments, and of international relations - both peaceful and warlike - are seen as the necessary background for the consideration of European culture, values, practical expectations, and the lifestyles available to, or imposed upon, the population as a whole."--BOOK JACKET. "In his discussion of its art, politics, and science, Jackson conveys the current significance, and the possible future, of a democratic and pluralistic Europe. Clarity of exposition makes the book ideal not only for scholars but for the lay reader as well."--BOOK JACKET.

First sentence: Europe in 1914 was universally recognized as the most dynamic portion of the known world in terms of economic development, military prowess, scientific originality, and artistic variety..

Year

1998

Language

English

Publisher

Humanities Pr

Editions

2

Pages

320

ISBN

9780391040823

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