Borderlines : A History of Europe, Told From the Edges by Lewis Baston 9781399723763

Borderlines : A History of Europe, Told From the Edges
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Hailed as 'beautiful' and 'a true gem' by the Irish Independent, Lewis Baston's 'Borderlines' offers a captivating exploration of Europe's history through the lens of its frontiers. This 'thrillingly unique' narrative, as described by Ian Dunt, takes readers on an enlightening journey along twenty-nine pivotal borders that have shaped our continent's past, present, and future.

Baston, a political historian, unravels the intricate tapestry of European borders, revealing how they've been forged by happenstance and conflict rather than natural boundaries. From the machinations of Napoleon and Bismarck to the sweeping changes wrought by the Allies in 1919 and Stalin in 1945, 'Borderlines' illuminates the forces that have redrawn Europe's map over the last century.

This engaging travelogue transports readers to the fringes of Europe, breathing life into the peculiar histories of border zones. We encounter the fragmented town of Baarle, straddling the Dutch-Belgian border, and witness the incongruous spectacle of a Nazi rock festival in Ostritz, eastern Germany. Baston's keen observations guide us through rural Ireland's winding lanes and the bustling coffee houses of Chernivtsi, Ukraine.

As we traverse these borderlands, Baston examines how communities and individuals recover from the wounds inflicted by ethnic cleansing and barbed wire fences. In his quest for a more harmonious European future, he uncovers hope in the most unexpected corners of the continent.

Praised as 'extraordinarily perceptive and original' by Anthony Seldon and 'refreshing and important' by Rafael Behr, 'Borderlines' offers a profound meditation on European identity, resilience, and the enduring significance of our continental edges.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9781399723763
Book Author: Lewis Baston
Book Format: Hardback
Book Imprint: Hodder & Stoughton
Book Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Book Dimensions: 164 x 242 x 32 cm
Book Publication Date: 2024-06-06
Book Pagination: 336 pages
Book Weight: 544g
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