Revolutions and the Revolutionary Tradition: In the West 1560-1991

David Parker (Curatore)

Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2000

Revolutions presents eight European case studies including the English revolution of 1649, the French Revolution and the recent revolutions within the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe (1989-1991) and examines them not only in their specific political, economic and social contexts but also as part of the wider European revolutionary tradition. A chapter on the American Revolution is also included as a revolution which grew out of European expansionism and political culture. Revolutions brings together leading writers on European history, who make a major contribution to the controversial debate on the role of revolution in the development of European history. This is a truly comparative book which includes discussion on each of the following key themes: * the causes of revolution, including the importance of political, social and economic factors * the effects of political and philisophical ideas or ideology on the revolution * the form and process of a revolution, including the importance of violence and popular support * the outcome of revolution, both short-term and long-term * the way revolution is viewed in history particularly since the collapse of Communism in Europe.

• Curatore: David Parker
• Editore: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Anno: 2000
• Rilegatura: Paperback / softback
• Pagine: 256 p.
• Dimensioni: 234 x 156 mm
• Peso: 385 gr.
• EAN: 9780415172950

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