Holmes seeks to refute arguments claiming that the Heath years of 1970-74 were a tragic, yet heroic administration which paved the way for Thatcherism, rather a failed government which taught the Conservatives and the electorate the lessons of failure.
The legacy of the Versailles Treaty -- Mussolini's 'Roman Empire' -- German foreign policy from Stresemann to Hitler -- International implications of the Spanish Civil War -- Soviet foreign policy 1918-1941 -- Chamberlain, Churchill and the appeasement debate -- Diplomatic and p…
"This book examines European history and politics between two very well-known but flawed treaties: The Treaty of Versailles and the Treaty of Maastricht. From the Treaty of Versailles to the Treaty of Maastricht will appeal to researchers and students alike interested in Europea…