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Cataclysms: A History Of The Twentieth Century From Europes Edge (George L. Mosse Series In The History Of European Culture, Sex,New
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Cataclysms Is A Profoundly Original Look At The Last Century. Approaching Twentiethcentury History From The Periphery Rather Than The Centers Of Decisionmaking, The Virtual Narrator Sits Perched On The Legendary Stairs Of Odessa And Watches As Events Between The Baltic And The Aegean Pass In Review, Unfolding In Space And Time Between 1917 And 1989, While Evoking The Nineteenth Century As An Interpretative Backdrop.Influenced By Continental Historical, Legal, And Social Thought, Dan Diner Views The Totality Of World History Evolving From An Eastern And Southeastern European Angle. A Work Of Great Synthesis, Cataclysms Chronicles Twentieth Century History As A Universal Civil War Between A Succession Of Conflicting Dualisms Such As Freedom And Equality, Race And Class, Capitalism And Communism, Liberalism And Fascism, East And West.Diners Interpretation Rotates Around Cataclysmic Events In The Transformation From Multinational Empires Into Nation States, Accompanied By Social Revolution And Ethnic Cleansing, Situating The Holocaust At The Core Of The Centurys Predicament. Unlike Other Eurocentric Interpretations Of The Last Century, Diner Also Highlights The Emerging Pivotal Importance Of The United States And The Impact Of Decolonization On The Process Of European Integration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Cataclysms: A History of the Twentieth Century from Europe’s Edge'? A: The book examines twentieth-century history from a peripheral perspective, highlighting key events and transformations in Eastern and Southeastern Europe between 1917 and 1989.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Dan Diner, who provides a unique interpretation of historical events influenced by continental historical, legal, and social thought.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 322 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of its themes and topics.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition is a hardcover, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'Cataclysms' published? A: The book was published on November 20, 2007.
- Q: What are some key themes explored in 'Cataclysms'? A: Key themes include the concepts of freedom and equality, race and class, and the impacts of capitalism and communism during major historical events.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book offers a significant synthesis of historical events and is likely suitable for students and scholars interested in European history and culture.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the first edition of 'Cataclysms: A History of the Twentieth Century from Europe’s Edge'.
- Q: Does the book contain references or citations? A: While the summary does not specify, academic works like this typically include references to support their arguments and claims.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring that it is free from wear and tear.