The Faces Of Europe
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Plastic sleeve over dust jacket
A rich work of cultural and historical observation, The Faces of Europe presents Alan Bullock's sweeping portrait of the European continent in the mid-twentieth century, capturing the diversity of its peoples, landscapes, and national characters in the aftermath of World War II. Written with the measured authority of one of Britain's foremost historians, the work chronicles the distinct identities of European nations at a pivotal moment of reconstruction and redefinition. Bullock illustrates how geography, history, and culture have shaped the temperament and outlook of different European societies, drawing vivid connections between past and present. The tone is both scholarly and accessible, blending analytical insight with the warmth of a seasoned traveler and observer. Ultimately, the work argues for a deeper understanding of European unity and difference, making it an enduring document of a continent in transition.
Author: Alan Bullock
Format: Hardback
Published: 1980, Phaidon Press
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Plastic sleeve over dust jacket
A rich work of cultural and historical observation, The Faces of Europe presents Alan Bullock's sweeping portrait of the European continent in the mid-twentieth century, capturing the diversity of its peoples, landscapes, and national characters in the aftermath of World War II. Written with the measured authority of one of Britain's foremost historians, the work chronicles the distinct identities of European nations at a pivotal moment of reconstruction and redefinition. Bullock illustrates how geography, history, and culture have shaped the temperament and outlook of different European societies, drawing vivid connections between past and present. The tone is both scholarly and accessible, blending analytical insight with the warmth of a seasoned traveler and observer. Ultimately, the work argues for a deeper understanding of European unity and difference, making it an enduring document of a continent in transition.