This book by Z. N. Brooke provides a detailed account of European history from 911 to 1198, a formative period in the development of medieval Europe. It examines political, social, and religious transformations, including the rise of monarchies, the influence of the Church, the growth of feudal institutions, and the shaping of medieval society. The narrative offers insight into major events and…
This book contains a collection of texts selected and presented by Claude Nicolet on the development of political thought in Rome during the Republic. Through classical sources and historical analysis, Nicolet highlights the basic principles of Roman government, ideas about citizenship, power, law, and the socio-political dynamics that formed the foundation of the Republic's institutions. This …
This book presents an in-depth study of two of the most influential and controversial figures in 20th-century French history: Philippe Pétain and Charles de Gaulle. Through his investigative style, J.-R. Tournoux depicts the relationships, ideological conflicts, differences in political vision, and the lives of these two figures who played a major role in World War I, World War II, and the pol…
This book provides a comprehensive overview of the decade-long French Revolution that transformed the modern world. Leading historian Leo Gershoy examines the causes, political dynamics, social conflicts, and key figures who shaped the course of the revolution. With insightful and accessible analysis, this work demonstrates how the French Revolution was not only a turning point in French histor…
Between the China mainland and the Australian continent, 4,000 closely grouped islands form Indonesia, the sixth most populous nation in the world, vastly wealthy in natural and cultural resources, and quite likely the political and strategic ""key- stone"" of Southeast Asia. Yet to most Americans it remains a mysterious and com- plex country. Achieving independence only in 1949, Indonesia f…
A Political History of Uganda provides a comprehensive overview of Uganda’s political evolution from the precolonial era to the modern state. The book examines the impact of colonial administration, the struggle for independence, and the subsequent political transformations that shaped Uganda’s governance structures. Through an analysis of leadership changes, ethnic dynamics, constitutional…
This book has three volumes deals with Kashmir political history and development right from the earliest times to the present day. It studies terrorism, militancy, human rights, efforts towards peace, etc. and includes all major documents, treaties etc. Plus an exhaustive bibliography and uptodate chronology of major political events.
This book has three volumes deals with Kashmir political history and development right from the earliest times to the present day. It studies terrorism, militancy, human rights, efforts towards peace, etc. and includes all major documents, treaties etc. Plus an exhaustive bibliography and uptodate chronology of major political events.
This book has three volumes deals with Kashmir political history and development right from the earliest times to the present day. It studies terrorism, militancy, human rights, efforts towards peace, etc. and includes all major documents, treaties etc. Plus an exhaustive bibliography and uptodate chronology of major political events.
In this collection of statements, interviews and personal profiles of Dr. Chien, much of it translated from the original Chinese, the reader will have a comprehensive view of the R.O.C.'s latest diplomatic moves and a portent of its future international role. So, too, this work presents authentic insights into the character and persona of Fredrick Chien, the person as well as the statesman of v…