This volume investigates the complex historical trajectory of Czechoslovakia within the turbulent landscape of nationalist and fascist Europe between 1918 and 1948. It addresses a significant gap in British historiography by examining a state crucial to understanding post-World War I Europe, focusing on four key areas: the internal dynamics of Czech national society, the intricate relationship between Czechs and Slovaks, the fraught interactions between Czechs and Germans, and the role of Britain in these developments.

This collection of original writing aims to fill a notable gap in British historiography concerning Czechoslovakia, a nation vital for understanding post-1918 Europe. The essays delve into critical internal and external relationships, including Czech society, the Czech-Slovak dynamic, and the significant Czech-German question, alongside Britain's role. The work is positioned as an essential resource for scholars and students seeking a deeper comprehension of Central European history during a period dominated by intense nationalist and fascist movements.