Concise History of Romania: Ecology and Evolution in Asia

Author: Hitchins, Keith

Brand: Cambridge University Press

Binding: paperback

Number Of Pages: 327

Release Date: 30-04-2014

Part Number: 20 b/w illus.

Details: Spanning a period of 2000 years from the Roman conquest of Dacia to the present day, A Concise History of Romania traces the development of a unique nation situated on the border between East and West. In this illuminating new history, Keith Hitchins explores Romania's struggle to find its place amidst two diverse societies: one governed by Eastern orthodox tradition, spirituality and agriculture and the other by Western rationalism, experimentation and capitalism. The book charts Romania's advancement through five significant phases of its history: medieval, early modern, modern and finally the nation's 'return to Europe'; evaluating all the while Romania's part in European politics, economic and social change, intellectual and cultural renewals and international entanglements. This is a fascinating history of an East European nation; one which sheds new light on the complex evolution of the Romanians and the identity they have successfully crafted from a unique synthesis of traditions.

EAN: 9780521694131

Package Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches

Languages: English