Dictionary of Modern History, 1789-1945
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is indicative only and does not represent the condition of this copy. For information about the condition of this book you can email us.
This reference book looks at the personalities, events and ideas of the period 1789 to 1945. While the main emphasis is on British affairs and on political topics, this dictionary also records trends in the history of all the major regions of the world including sections on the USA, Russia, Australia and Canada. The entries are arranged in alphabetical order and are in an essay form - ranging in length. There are entries on economic, social, religious and scientific developments and explanations are given for some of the famous descriptive phrases of the period.
Author: Alan Palmer
Format: Paperback, 320 pages, 128mm x 198mm, 233 g
Published: 1983, Penguin Books Ltd, United Kingdom
Genre: History: World & General
This reference book looks at the personalities, events and ideas of the period 1789 to 1945. While the main emphasis is on British affairs and on political topics, this dictionary also records trends in the history of all the major regions of the world including sections on the USA, Russia, Australia and Canada. The entries are arranged in alphabetical order and are in an essay form - ranging in length. There are entries on economic, social, religious and scientific developments and explanations are given for some of the famous descriptive phrases of the period.