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A delicate balance. Four centuries of struggle for supremacy in Europe

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A delicate balance. Four centuries of struggle for supremacy in Europe
14.99 €

How might the history of Europe have changed if the balance of power between its states had been different? Who were the key players in the battles for power in the region? What strategies and manipulations did they use to maintain their dominance? Ludwig Dehiyo presents an in-depth analysis of four centuries of struggles for dominance, from the era of Charles V Habsburg to the time of Hitler. The focus of his study is the Dutch and British struggle against the emergence of a strong continental power in Europe; hence the traditional Dutch and Anglo-Saxon policy of pitting European powers against each other. The author examines the dynamics of the rivalry between the powers, showing how the Ottoman Empire and later Russia influenced the processes. The publication also covers the search for compromises that allowed to maintain peace and stability in the region. This book is addressed to both specialists and a wide range of readers interested in European history, diplomacy and international politics. With a foreword and afterword by Andrei Fursov.

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