An encyclopedic guide to 20th-century communism around the world The first book of its kind to appear since the end of the Cold War, this indispensable reference provides encyclopedic coverage of communism and its impact throughout the world in the 20th century. With the opening of archives in former communist states, scholars have found new material that has expanded and sometimes altered the understanding of communism as an ideological and political force. A Dictionary of 20th-Century Communism brings this scholarship to students, teachers, and scholars in related fields. In more than 400 concise entries, the book explains what communism was, the forms it took, and the enormous role it played in world history from the Russian Revolution through the collapse of the Soviet Union and beyond. Examines the political, intellectual, and social influences of communism around the globe Features contributions from an international team of 160 scholars Includes more than 400 entries on major topics, such as: Figures: Lenin, Mao, Stalin, Ho Chi Minh, Pol Pot, Castro, Gorbachev Events: Cold War, Prague Spring, Cultural Revolution, Sandinista Revolution Ideas and concepts: Marxism-Leninism, cult of personality, labor Organizations and movements: KGB, Comintern, Gulag, Khmer Rouge Related topics: totalitarianism, nationalism, antifascism, anticommunism, McCarthyism Guides readers to further research through bibliographies, cross-references, and an index

Provides encyclopedic coverage of communism and its impact throughout the world in the 20th century. This book explains what communism was, the forms it took, and the enormous role it played in world history from the Russian Revolution through the collapse of the Soviet Union and beyond.

Key events, people, ideas and discoveries of the 20th century from 1900 to 1990.

The unity of 5,000 quotations provide a kaleidoscopic look at the last 100 years--from inspirational words that launched great political movements, to witty lines that made us laugh and dance.

This invaluable, wide-ranging reference work contains over 4,000 entries on all aspects of international history, from prehistory right up to the present day. An ideal quick reference work for students, and a fascinating source of historical information for the general reader.

"This wide-ranging and informative dictionary contains entries on all aspects of history. Coverage includes biographies of key figures in world history, separate entries for every country in the world (summarising key historical events), and subject entries on religious and political movements, international organizations, and important battles and places." "Ranging from prehistory right up to the present day, the dictionary is broad in scope, yet provides detailed coverage of key topics. Entries on recent history include biographies for key figures such as George W. Bush, Tony Blair, and Pope Benedict XVI, and coverage of recent major events and their after-effects, such as the Orange Revolution and the 2004 tsunami."--BOOK JACKET.

Written by experienced examiners and authors, Essential Word Dictionaries are perfect reference companions, whether students are new to the subject, part way through their course, or revising for exams. All the entries are clearly and concisely defined with further explanation where appropriate. In many cases, entries are cross-referenced to related terms and concepts and include examinera s guidance on how the term should be used correctly.

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