Cambridge University Press Modern Germany: Society, Economy and Politics in the Twentieth Century

Product Description This book aims to give a comprehensive overview and interpretation of the development of Germany in the twentieth century, a country whose history has decisively shaped the map and the politics of modern Europe and the world in which we live. Professor Berghahn is not concerned merely with politics and diplomacy, but also with social change, economic performance and industrial relations. His appendix contains fifty tables of invaluable statistical information including industrial and agricultural production, employment, voting patterns and education. Review 'Berghahn's thoughtful and authoritative analytical account of German history from Kaiser Wilhelm II to Willy Brandt makes a wonderful introduction to the subject. This is a text which every student of German civilisation should read.' The Virginia Quarterly Review'Modern Germany delivers just about everything one should look for in a concise general text.' History Book Description This book aims to give a comprehensive overview and interpretation of the development of Germany in the twentieth century.