1956, The World in Revolt by Simon Hall (English) Paperback Book

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE 1956, The World in Revolt by Simon Hall Vibrantly and sympathetically told, this is the story of one year - a capsule history of exhilarating triumphs and shattering defeats around the world. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Popular uprisings in Poland and Hungary shake Moscows hold on its eastern European empire. Across the American South, and in the Union of South Africa, black people risk their livelihoods, and their lives, in the struggle to dismantle institutionalised white supremacy and secure first-class citizenship. France and Britain, already battling anti-colonial insurgencies in Algeria and Cyprus, now face the humiliation of Suez. Meanwhile, in Cuba, Fidel Castro and his band of rebels take to the Sierra Maestra to plot the overthrow of a dictator...1956 was one of the most remarkable years of the twentieth century. All across the globe, ordinary people spoke out, filled the streets and city squares, and took up arms in an attempt to win their freedom. In response to these unprecedented challenges to their authority, those in power fought back, in a desperate bid to shore up their position. It was an epic contest, and one which made 1956 - like 1789 and 1848 - a year that changed our world. Notes This is the story of one year - one of the most remarkable years of the twentieth century - and the history of exhilarating triumphs and shattering defeats around the world, 1956. Author Biography Simon Hall studied history at Sheffield and Cambridge, and held a Fox International Fellowship at Yale, before moving to the University of Leeds in 2003 to teach American history. His previous books include Peace and Freedom: The Civil Rights and Antiwar Movements in the 1960s and American Patriotism, American Protest: Social Movements Since the Sixties. Promotional Vibrantly and sympathetically told, this is the story of one year - a capsule history of exhilarating triumphs and shattering defeats around the world. Long Description Vibrantly and sympathetically told, this is the story of one year - a capsule history of exhilarating triumphs and shattering defeats around the world. Popular uprisings in Poland and Hungary shake Moscows hold on its eastern European empire. Across the American South, and in the Union of South Africa, black people risk their livelihoods, and their lives, in the struggle to dismantle institutionalised white supremacy and secure first-class citizenship. France and Britain, already battling anti-colonial insurgencies in Algeria and Cyprus, now face the humiliation of Suez. Meanwhile, in Cuba, Fidel Castro and his band of rebels take to the Sierra Maestra to plot the overthrow of a dictator... 1956 was one of the most remarkable years of the twentieth century. All across the globe, ordinary people spoke out, filled the streets and city squares, and took up arms in an attempt to win their freedom. In response to these unprecedented challenges to their authority, those in power fought back, in a desperate bid to shore up their position. It was an epic contest, and one which made 1956 - like 1789 and 1848 - a year that changed our world. Review Text Vivid, powerful and panoramic ... I loved it. Promotional "Headline" Vibrantly and sympathetically told, this is the story of one year - a capsule history of exhilarating triumphs and shattering defeats around the world. Details ISBN0571312330 Author Simon Hall Pages 528 Publisher Faber & Faber Year 2016 ISBN-10 0571312330 ISBN-13 9780571312337 Format Paperback Publication Date 2016-11-03 Media Book Imprint Faber & Faber Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 909.825 Edition Main Language English UK Release Date 2016-11-03 AU Release Date 2016-11-03 Edition Description Main Audience General NZ Release Date 2016-11-22 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:100767743;

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