| Author |
Baerlein, Henry, 1875-1960 |
| Title |
The Birth of Yugoslavia, Volume 1
|
| Note |
Reading ease score: 54.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
|
| Credits |
Produced by Jason Isbell, Irma Spehar and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
|
| Summary |
"The Birth of Yugoslavia, Volume 1" by Henry Baerlein is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the complex history and cultural identity of the Southern Slavs, particularly focusing on the unification of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes following centuries of foreign domination. It delves into the roots of their separation and aspirations for nationhood, providing a detailed backdrop to the events leading to the establishment of Yugoslavia. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage by reflecting on his experiences in Banat while waiting for a train and contemplating the difficulties of understanding the Balkan peoples. The initial narrative captures a scene filled with social interactions, such as a lively dance among travelers, contrasting the writer's pressing thoughts about unity among the Yugoslav nations. Baerlein outlines the historical context of the region, acknowledging the long struggles against foreign rule and expressing optimism for a future where these historically related groups might come together, despite the complexities of their past alliances and animosities. The author hints at a journey through time to explore the efforts, cultural identity, and political turmoil that shaped the landscape of the emerging Yugoslavia. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
|
| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DR: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Balkan Peninsula, Turkey
|
| Subject |
Yugoslavia
|
| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
22414 |
| Release Date |
Aug 26, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
143 downloads in the last 30 days. |
|
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!
|
