Nicholas Atkin Livres

The biography delves into the complex legacy of Pétain, a pivotal figure in modern French history, who was both a national hero at Verdun during WWI and later tried for treason as the leader of the Vichy government after WWII. It examines whether his actions were those of a traitor or a patriot confronting his country's collapse. Nicholas Atkin's exploration not only scrutinizes Pétain's choices but also uncovers the broader divisions and uncertainties within France during these tumultuous periods.

The book delves into the tumultuous decade of 1934 to 1944 in France, marked by economic depression and political upheaval. It explores the authoritarian regime of Marshal Petain, which aimed for unity but instead fostered division through collaboration with Germany and persecution of minorities. Offering a comprehensive overview, it examines the social and political dynamics of the era, providing readers with an insightful introduction to this critical period in modern French history.

The Wiley-Blackwell Dictionary of Modern European History Since 1789 is an authoritative and accessible reference guide to the major people, events, and issues that have shaped the development of Europe from the French Revolution to the present day. Features almost a thousand alphabetical entries on modern European history Offers extensive cross-references to enhance clarity and reveal historical links and connections, and a series of maps charting the evolution of modern European states Covers the whole of continental Europe, as well as relevant aspects of the British experience Written by a trio of distinguished historians of the period

Přehledná a praktická publikace věnovaná obrovskému tempu změn od přelomu 20. do 21.století je koncipována jako ilustrovaný pramen odkazů na významná fakta, události a osobnosti, uspořádané do tématických celků. Kniha je ideálním zdrojem základní četby i studia moderních dějin.