Stalin and the Soviet Union offers new interpretations of recently uncovered archives examining the Soviet leader's domestic and foreign policy. It covers core topics such * Stalin's rise to power* the economy* society* culture* the Cold War* the Second World War* terror. For all students of Russia, Stalin and European history, this will prove essential reading, and a clear background and guide to exam success.
In 1920 all but two of Europe's twenty-eight states could be described as democracies, and yet by the end of 1939 sixteen of these had succumbed to dictatorships. Lee examines the circumstances that gave rise to this dramatic turn of events.
Edward VI and Mary, 1547-1558
Covering the period from 1547 to 1558, The Mid Tudors explores the reigns of Edward VI and Mary. Stephen J. Lee examines all the key issues debated by historians, including the question as to whether there was a mid-Tudor crisis. Using a wide variety of sources and historiography, Lee also looks at the Reformation and the Counter Reformation, as well as discussing government and foreign policy. The book starts with a chapter on Henry VIII to establish the overall perspective over the following two reigns - thereby providing a basis to examine their positive as well as negative features. Including both a chronology and glossary of key terms, this essential A Level book provides a vital resource for all students of this fascinating period of British history.