Ukraine: A History, 4th Edition

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University of Toronto Press, 10 nov. 2009 - 888 pages
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In 1988, the first edition of Orest Subtelny's Ukraine was published to international acclaim, as the definitive history of what was at that time a republic in the USSR. In the years since, the world has seen the dismantling of the Soviet bloc and the restoration of Ukraine's independence - an event celebrated by Ukrainians around the world but which also heralded a time of tumultuous change for those in the homeland.

While previous updates brought readers up to the year 2000, this new fourth edition includes an overview of Ukraine's most recent history, focusing on the dramatic political, socio-economic, and cultural changes that occurred during the Kuchma and Yushchenko presidencies. It analyzes political developments - particularly the so-called Orange Revolution - and the institutional growth of the new state. Subtelny examines Ukraine's entry into the era of globalization, looking at social and economic transformations, regional, ideological, and linguistic tensions, and describes the myriad challenges currently facing Ukrainian state and society.

 

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Review: Ukraine: A History

Avis d'utilisateur  - Alex - Goodreads

Comprehensive overview of Ukrainian history. Good background for understanding today's controversies between Russian and Ukrainian forces. Wish there was an updated version to cover the 2000-2014 years. Consulter l'avis complet

Review: Ukraine: A History

Avis d'utilisateur  - Jonathan - Goodreads

A very thorough yet enjoyable history of Ukraine and the Ukrainian people. It was originally written in the Soviet era, and this edition was updated to include the first few years of Ukrainian ... Consulter l'avis complet

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À propos de l'auteur (2009)

Orest Subtelny is a professor in the Departments of History and Political Science at York University.

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