Access to History: Rivalry and Accord - International Relations 1870-1914

Part of the series Nelson Access to History.

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In this edition, thoroughly updated to take account of the latest research, the authors guide the reader through a momentous period in modern history, from the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71 to the outbreak of the First World War in 1914.

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Contents:

• Introduction: Europe and the Great Powers
• Bismarck and Europe, 1871-90
• Colonial rivalries 1870-1914
• Weltpolitik and European tensions, 1890-1911
• From Balkan wars to world war 1912-13
• Conclusion: The origins of the First World War

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Key Features:

• Concise, readable and up-to-date introduction of this period.
• Study guides contain exercises and advice on tackling differentiated exam questions for AS and A Level.
• Contains the latest historical interpretations of themes and issues.
• Features include: points to consider, key issues and key dates.

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About the Series:

• The Access to History series covers core periods of European and American history.
• Each book covers a period of several years, charting the key political, social, economic, religious and cultural themes and issues of that time.
• All texts include activities with comprehensive advice on tackling essay questions.