A Concise History of Romania

Spanning a period of 2000 years from the Roman conquest of Dacia to the present day, A Concise History of Romania traces the development of a unique nation situated on the border between East and West. In this illuminating new history, Keith Hitchins explores Romania's struggle to find its place amidst two diverse societies: one governed by Eastern orthodox tradition, spirituality and agriculture and the other by Western rationalism, experimentation and capitalism. The book charts Romania's advancement through five significant phases of its history: medieval, early modern, modern and finally the nation's 'return to Europe'; evaluating all the while Romania's part in European politics, economic and social change, intellectual and cultural renewals and international entanglements. This is a fascinating history of an East European nation; one which sheds new light on the complex evolution of the Romanians and the identity they have successfully crafted from a unique synthesis of traditions.

Author: Keith Hitchins
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 02/20/2014
Pages: 344
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.30lbs
Size: 8.60h x 5.30w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9780521872386

Review Citation(s):
Choice 10/01/2014 pg. 323