Dictionary of 20th Century European History

In 1900, world politics centered on the capitals of Europe: Berlin, London, Paris, St. Petersburg, and Vienna. European empires, led by the British and the French, controlled vast stretches of territory across all the continents and seas. By the end of the 20th century, Europe's position in world affairs had changed totally. There are a number of reasons: the decline of the empires; the expanding power of the United States; the development of independent nation states across the world; the emergence of China as a world power; and the new economic strength of Asia. The Dictionary of 20th Century European History is an A-Z guide to the key terms for this tumultuous period of European history, from 1900 to the present day. Each entry begins with a clear, one-sentence definition, followed by a more detailed explanation. Entries include key events, key historical figures, and explanations of period-specific terms. Entries are carefully cross-referenced, and the A-Z format makes the book exceptionally easy to use.