History of Eastern Europe: A Captivating Guide to a Shortened History of Russia, Ukraine, Hungary, Poland, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Slovakia, Moldova, Belarus, and Romania (European Countries)

"A History of Eastern Europe" by Captivating History is an excellent resource for anyone interested in understanding the rich and multifaceted history of this often overlooked region. The book is a masterful blend of detailed research and engaging storytelling, making it accessible to both history enthusiasts and casual readers alike.The author does a fantastic job of covering the vast timeline of Eastern Europe’s history, from ancient times through to the modern era. Each chapter is packed with information but presented in a way that is easy to follow. The narrative is clear and concise, providing insights into the major events, cultures, and figures that have shaped Eastern Europe over the centuries.One of the standout features of this book is its ability to connect historical events to the present-day geopolitical landscape. This context is invaluable for readers seeking to understand current affairs in Eastern Europe. The author also highlights the diverse cultures and peoples of the region, showcasing the rich tapestry that makes up Eastern Europe.In addition to its educational value, the book is also an enjoyable read. The writing style is captivating, with vivid descriptions and anecdotes that bring history to life. Whether you are a student, a history buff, or simply someone looking to expand your knowledge, "A History of Eastern Europe" is a must-read.Overall, Captivating History has delivered a comprehensive and engaging history book that will leave readers with a deeper appreciation for Eastern Europe’s past and its influence on the world today. Highly recommended!---

Interesting, informative. There is a lot of useful background which helps makes sense of what is happening in Eastern Europe today. My only criticism is that the writing is not engaging.

Excellent book for the history buff, or anyone who wants to know why. He makes reading history fun and interesting. True, as it is not one sided or filled with opinions. You will learn somethings you never knew, without reading 450 pages. Made to be to the point, so it does not become boring.

As noted by other reviewers, this book suffers from several deficiencies: simplistic prose; illegible maps; reliance on a limited number of references, including a heavy dependence on the Encyclopedia Brittanica; no noted author; and just an overall lack of depth. I would add to that, that the book, while admittedly a history book, devotes more than 2/3rds of its content to pre-20th century, and that too much of those discussions focus on the histories of "other countries" such that it almost seems as if the narratives are probably "lifted" from other "Captivating History" books. There is also no Index, or other organizational guide to covered subjects, except for a general Table of Contents. The book does contain numerous interesting pictures and maps, the latter of which might be useful if viewed with a magnifying glass. And, I did learn from the book, which is why I gave it 3 stars. But overall, I can't recommend it.

Very interesting reading. You hear of these countries on the news and wonder why such things are going on. After reading this (History of Eastern Europe) it makes clear the conflicts that has plagued this area of the world for centuries.

The writing seemed very accurate, without any obvious bias. While it is hard to boil down a comprehensive history of that many countries into a normal-length book, the author has a produced a very good work.

I love these books as they are always informative, educational and interesting! Provides the right amount of facts/tidbits - not too little, not too much.

Covering eastern europe from prehistory to the present, this gives a great background to an area of europe too often given short shrift in most histories of europe.