Author Description
Originally compiled by an expert team of contributors, this dictionary covers all the major figures in world politics of the twentieth century. Authoritative and wide-ranging, it describes and assesses the lives of more than 1,100 men and women who have shaped political events across the world. Each entry includes an account of the background, career, and achievements of the individual concerned, balancing fact with critical appraisal. This second edition, commissioned especially for Oxford Reference, contains over 25 new entries, and the whole text has been thoroughly revised and updated.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This reference work seeks to provide a comprehensive and critical biographical record of the most influential political figures of the twentieth century. Compiled by Christopher Riches and Dennis A. Kavanagh, the text utilizes a team of expert contributors to synthesize the careers, backgrounds, and historical impacts of over 1,100 individuals. The authors employ a methodology that balances factual reporting with evaluative assessment to contextualize each subject's role in global political events.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Biographical entries for over 1,100 political figures active during the twentieth century
- Summaries of individual career trajectories and political achievements
- Critical appraisals of historical influence and legacy
Scope Limits
- The text is limited to political figures and does not cover broader social or cultural icons unless their primary impact was political
- The scope is restricted to the twentieth century and does not include contemporary figures beyond the update period of the second edition
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and researchers frequently cite this volume as a reliable, high-density reference tool for political science and modern history. It is widely regarded as a foundational resource for students and scholars requiring concise, verified biographical data on twentieth-century leadership.
Page Count:
1160
Publication Date:
2013-01-01
ISBN-10:
0192518437
ISBN-13:
9780192518439
Biography
History
Politics
20th Century
Reference