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Author | : Toivo U. Raun |
Publisher | : Hoover Press |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2002-02-01 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 0817928537 |
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Estonia and the Estonians provides the first compendious survey in any language of Estonian history, from prehistoric times to the twenty-first century. Estonia's strategic geopolitical location—a crossroads where the major powers of northeastern Europe have struggled for influence—and the small number of ethnic Estonians are crucial factors that have shaped the history of the area and its inhabitants. The book emphasizes the period since the mid-nineteenth century, when a national movement calling for Estonian cultural and political autonomy began to emerge. During the two world wars, Estonia gained and lost political self-determination. Yet a modern Estonian culture was firmly established, and a strong sense of national identity survived the Soviet era.
Author | : Ants Viires |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 360 |
Release | : 1969 |
Genre | : Woodwork |
ISBN | : |
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Author | : Toivo U. Raun |
Publisher | : Hoover Institution Press |
Total Pages | : 370 |
Release | : 1991 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : |
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Raun (Central Eurasian studies, Indiana U.) surveys Estonia's political history, economy, social and demographic developments, and cultural life from the prehistoric era to the present, with attention paid to historiography and different interpretation of significant issues. Estonian history is also placed in the context of northern and eastern Europe. The original edition was published in 1987; the second, in 1991, and this is an updated version of that second edition. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Author | : Toivo U. Raun |
Publisher | : Hoover Institution Press |
Total Pages | : 313 |
Release | : 1987-01-01 |
Genre | : Estonia |
ISBN | : 9780817985127 |
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Surveys chronologically Estonian history and examines the major political, economic, social and cultural developments of each period.
Author | : M. Laar |
Publisher | : Howells House |
Total Pages | : 332 |
Release | : 1992 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9780929590080 |
Download War in the Woods Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
With the Soviet reoccupation after World War II, Estonians faced a choice of submitting to Communist puppets or trying to survive in the traditional refuge of their forests while waiting for help from the West which never came. Those who chose the second course, Estonia's "Forest Brothers", mounted an armed resistance which, for more than a decade, seriously challenged Soviet rule. This is their story, told for the first time by sources within Estonia. This account is drawn from interviews with Forest Brothers who survived and relatives of those who died, and from documents and photographs from Soviet KGB files. It reflects Estonian courage and humor, the faith and sacrifice of a people suppressed, and the indomitable determination of a free nation to regain independence.
Author | : Tiina Kirss |
Publisher | : Central European University Press |
Total Pages | : 558 |
Release | : 2009-01-01 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9789639776395 |
Download Estonian Life Stories Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
After a short period of independence, Estonia was occupied in World War II by the Red Army, then Nazi Germany, and again, for a lasting occupation, by the Soviets. No wonder that a greater part of the roughly one million Estonians had harshly eventful lives. This anthology contains 25 selected life stories collected from Estonians who lived through the tribulations of the 20th century, and describe the travails of ordinary people under numerous regimes. The autobiographical accounts provide authentic perspectives on events of this period, where time is placed in the context of life-spans, and subjects grounded in personal experience. Most of the life stories reveal sufferings under foreign (Russian) oppression. The product of a large-scale national project to record history by collecting autobiographical accounts, and a process of engaged selection for publication which followed. The variety of life-experiences recorded offers comparison across cultures, as well as an overview of the powerful neighbors as they relinquish and strengthen their hold on Estonia.
Author | : Hilary Bird |
Publisher | : Oval Projects Ltd |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2010 |
Genre | : Estonia |
ISBN | : 9781906042301 |
Download Xenophobe's Guide to the Estonians Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
The roots of "Ootame, vaatame" "Let's wait and see," are embedded in the deepest chasm of the Estonian psyche because, for a very long time, the people had little choice to do anything else. This philosophy is a close relation to the Spanish mañana ("tomorrow"). The difference is that the languid Spanish are just deferring something. The pragmatic Estonians are not. They are waiting and seeing. A guide to understanding the Estonians which dispels or confirms preconceived prejudices with humor and insight.
Author | : Chris Robinson |
Publisher | : Indiana University Press |
Total Pages | : 225 |
Release | : 2007-02-20 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 0861969359 |
Download Estonian Animation Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Ever wonder why Estonian animation features so many carrots or why cows often perform pyramids? Well, neither question is answered in Chris Robinson's new book, Estonian Animation. Robinson's frank, humorous, and thoroughly researched book traces the history of Estonia's acclaimed animation scene from early experiments in the 1930s to the creation of puppet (Nukufilm) and cel (Joonisfilm) animation studios during the Soviet era, as well as Estonia's surprising international success during the post-Soviet era. In addition, Robinson writes about the discovery of films by four 1960s animation pioneers who, until the release of this book, had been unknown to most Estonian and international animation historians.
Author | : Michael Spilling |
Publisher | : Marshall Cavendish |
Total Pages | : 148 |
Release | : 2010 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 9780761448464 |
Download Estonia Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This book provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Estonia. All books of the critically-acclaimed Cultures of the World(R) series ensure an immersive experience by offering vibrant photographs with descriptive nonfiction narratives, and interactive activities such as creating an authentic traditional dish from an easy-to-follow recipe. Copious maps and detailed timelines present the past and present of the country, while exploration of the art and architecture help your readers to understand why diversity is the spice of Life.
Author | : Toivo U. Raun |
Publisher | : Hoover Press |
Total Pages | : 396 |
Release | : 2002-02-01 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9780817928537 |
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Estonia and the Estonians provides the first compendious survey in any language of Estonian history, from prehistoric times to the twenty-first century. Estonia's strategic geopolitical location—a crossroads where the major powers of northeastern Europe have struggled for influence—and the small number of ethnic Estonians are crucial factors that have shaped the history of the area and its inhabitants. The book emphasizes the period since the mid-nineteenth century, when a national movement calling for Estonian cultural and political autonomy began to emerge. During the two world wars, Estonia gained and lost political self-determination. Yet a modern Estonian culture was firmly established, and a strong sense of national identity survived the Soviet era.