Routledge Famines in European Economic History - Academic Book

Explore the complex economic, social, and political dimensions of major historical crises with Famines in European Economic History. This Routledge volume provides a deep look into three catastrophic events that shaped the mid-nineteenth and early-twentieth century: the Irish Famine (An Gorta Mor) of 1845-1850, the Finnish Famine (Suuret Nalkavuodet) of the 1860s, and the Ukrainian Famine (Holodomor) of 1932/1933. This book offers new insights into these events by examining them through international, national, and regional lenses. By presenting parallel studies, the text contributes to a growing comparative historiography in the field of historical famine studies. It is an essential resource for students and researchers interested in how large-scale food shortages impact economic structures and political landscapes. This work challenges existing perspectives and provides a more comprehensive understanding of these significant historical periods.