Covering territory from Russia in the east to Germany and Austria in the west, this book explores the origins and evolution of modernity in this turbulent region. Written by an international team of contributors, chapters discuss key themes such as economic development, the relationship between religion and ethnicity, women's and gender history, ideologies and political movements and the legacy of communism. Transnational and comparative in approach, this volume presents the latest research on the social, cultural, political and economic history of modern East Central Europe, providing an analytical and comprehensive overview for all students of this region.
