Atlas of Eastern Europe in the Twentieth Century (Paperback)

~ Richar Crampton (Author) "Of all the great river system found in Eastern Europe only one, the Elbe, drains into an open sea: the North Sea..." (more)
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Editorial Reviews

Review

"Invaluable...packed with over 200 clearly presented maps and graphs, each accompanied by an equally lucid page of text that reflects the best recent research." -- John Lampe, Woodrow Wilson Center, Washington, D.C.

'A perceptive text that clearly reveals the changing nature of Eastern Europe. An invaluable guide.' - Professor David Wellm, University of Kent

'An imaginitive mix of reference and textbook, enriched by brilliantly clear and enticing presentation ... the Cramptons' work is a joy to open.' - Journal of Area Studies

'It is an excellent up-to-date textbook packed with essential information on the countries of Eastern Europe. Just what students need.' - Professor Jim Riordan, Surrey University

'Well written and contains a wide body of useful factual material.' - Journal of Progress in Human Geography

A perceptive text that clearly reveals the changing nature of Eastern Europe. An invaluable guide. - Professor David Wellm, University of Kent

An imaginitive mix of reference and textbook, enriched by brilliantly clear and enticing presentation ... the Cramptons work is a joy to open. - Journal of Area Studies

It is an excellent up-to-date textbook packed with essential information on the countries of Eastern Europe. Just what students need. - Professor Jim Riordan, Surrey University

Well written and contains a wide body of useful factual material. - Journal of Progress in Human Geography

Product Description

Marshalling 129 maps, numerous diagrams and incisive textual commentary, this atlas draws a definitive picture of Eastern Europe from the beginning of the 20th century to the present. The ethnic and religious composition; the ebb and flow of both World Wars; and social and economic changes under communism are also covered.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Routledge; New edition edition (August 12, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0415164613
• ISBN-13: 978-0415164610
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 7.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #694,438 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars More than an atlas, June 26, 2000

By	Marilyn J. Berry "mjberry" (Seattle, Washington) - See all my reviews

This atlas has well written, thoughtful, and comfortably readable text. The authors' own interest in and kowledge of the history is evident. (Not everyone can write about historical demographics with enthusiasm.) The overall organization is chronological. Information is both global (focused on the entire Eastern European area as countries inter-relate over the years) and country by country (rather like snap-shots of individual countries at different times). The maps are black and white (same in hard and soft bound) but contain a lot of information, details, details!...right down to the battle lines on certain dates. There are so many maps and charts that printing in color would probably make the book incredibly pricey.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars FAR better than expected, April 10, 2007

By	T. Tepe (California) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Eastern European history fascinates me and I have always felt the need for more maps as I read various books. It was with that need in mind that I ordered this book. The book that arrived was so much more! This book is a wonderfully clear presentation of 20th century eastern Europe.