Author Description
With a new introduction by TRAIAN STOIANOVICH A monumental work of scholarship, The Balkans Since 1453 stands as one of the great accomplishments of European historiography. Long out of print, Stavrianos' opus both synthesizes the existing literature of Balkan studies since World War I and demonstrates the centrality of the Balkans to both European and world history, a centrality painfully apparent in recent years. At last, the cornerstone book for every student of Balkan history, culture and politics is now available once again.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This work investigates the historical development of the Balkan region from the Ottoman conquest in 1453 through the mid-twentieth century to determine its role in global and European political structures. Leften Stavros Stavrianos, a noted historian of the Balkans, utilizes a vast array of primary and secondary sources to construct a comprehensive narrative. He argues that the region is not merely a peripheral zone but a central theater for understanding the evolution of modern European power dynamics and cultural shifts.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Detailed analysis of Ottoman administrative and social structures
- Examination of the rise of nationalism and independence movements in the 19th and 20th centuries
- Synthesis of geopolitical shifts following World War I
- Socio-economic evolution of Balkan populations under imperial rule
Scope Limits
- The text focuses primarily on political and institutional history rather than micro-historical or biographical accounts
- Coverage of post-World War II developments is limited by the original publication date of the research
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Scholars and historians widely recognize this volume as a foundational text for understanding the complexities of Balkan historiography. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which serves as a rigorous resource for students and researchers of European history.
Page Count:
970
Publication Date:
1958-01-01
Publisher:
Rinehart
ISBN-10:
0030096855
ISBN-13:
9780030096853
History
Balkan Studies
Cultural History
Political History
European History