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by Ernest F. Henderson

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  • ISBN: 140676969X
  • Category: History
  • Author: Ernest F. Henderson
  • Subcategory: Europe
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  • Language: English
  • Publisher: Stewart Press (March 15, 2007)
  • Pages: 548 pages
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  • Rating: 4.2
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Henderson, Ernest F. (Ernest Flagg), 1861-1928. Book digitized by Google from the library of University of Michigan and uploaded to the Internet Archive by user tpb.

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A Short History of Germany book. Germany lies at the heart of Europe. The book is essential reading for anyone who wishes to learn more about this extraordinary nation and how it has influenced the history of the world for centuries. Ernest F. Henderson was an American historian who focused mainly on the history of Germany. A Short History of Germany was first published in 1902. A Short History Of Germany. by. Henderson.

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Home Browse Books Book details, A Short History of Germany. By Ernest F. Read FREE! A Short History of Germany. Germany stands in the centre of Europe, and on her soil all the great international struggles have been fought, - the Thirty Years' War, the early campaigns of the Spanish Succession War, the Seven Years' War, the gigantic wars against Napoleon. It is the custom for modern educators to recommend the study of the history of France as a guiding thread through the intricacies of general European history; but is this choice justifiable?

This book by Ernest Henderson provides an excellent overview of the history of the German people from the time of Rome to the end of the thirteenth century

This book by Ernest Henderson provides an excellent overview of the history of the German people from the time of Rome to the end of the thirteenth century. Beginning with a description of the various tribes that came to make up the area that today is Germany (as well as some of the surrounding areas), Henderson discusses the events that led to the formation of the Holy Roman Empire (or as it later came to be known, the Holy Roman Empire of the German People).

GERMANY stands in the centre of Europe, and on her soil all the great international struggles have been .

GERMANY stands in the centre of Europe, and on her soil all the great international struggles have been fought, the Thirty Years' War, the early campaigns of the Spanish Succession War, the Seven Years' War, the gigantic wars against Napoleon. It is the custom for modern educators to recommend the study of the history of France as a guiding thread through the intricacies of general European history; but is this choice justifiable?

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Reviews about A Short History Of Germany (7):
Fiarynara
I have never been formally a student of History, but it fascinates me as an area of study. Over the last fifteen years or so I have read a lot of History, with special focus on History of Europe, as this is the area that has defined the modern world. The most confusing part of European history is the intertwined saga of Germany, the Holy Roman Empire and Italy. I purchased a kindle book on the Holy Roman Empire, but it proved to be disappointing, as it was published towards the end of the 19th century and its style was archaic. After that bad expeience I was hesitant about buying this book published in 1902 and the only reason I went ahead was the low price on Kindle. Fortunately, the book turned out to be eminently readable and informative. It clarified many doubts I had, and filled in a lot of grey areas in my mind. The style is not only readable, it is also entertaining. Treatment of serious matters is puncutated with intersting and humorous anecdotes with small interesting details that bring the period alive. For example Charlemagne was not only a great ruler, he was also a man for careful accounting - he is said even to have counted the eggs as they arrived for use in the palace. When talking of the severe discipline in the schools run by Benedictine monasteries, there is mention of the incident of the pupil who set fire to the school hoping to escape punishment, which mainly consisted of flogging. There is the tale of Hans Stortebeker whose last request was to pardon as many of his companions as his body might run past after the head was cut off. He had reached the fifth when the executioner, not pleased at losing so many victims, tripped his headless body.

If the book lacks something, it is an insight into the constitutional structure of the German Kingdom and the Holy Roman Empire. What exactly was the relationship between the King and the heads of various entities like duchies, margraviates, free cities, arch bishoprics etc. that made up the conglomeration called Germany. What was the extent of their financial, military, administrative and judicial autonomy vis-a-vis the King/Emperor? These questions remained unanswered after reading the book. Still, it is an enjoyable read. My major regret is that it ended at the Peace of Westphalia. I am now looking for an equally readable work that will take me from 1648 to 1945.
Vikus
I enjoyed this book very much. I had seen some German history in the course of studying the language in college, but this treatment was far more lucid than those I had seen before. In fairness, perhaps I only say that because this was in English - I did not have to struggle with the language in addition to the events themselves. Nonetheless, I found that I came away with a much better feeling than I had before for the origins of Charles the Great and his position in history; for the overwhelming importance of the Reformation, and for the essentials of the Thirty Years War. It is true that, in the style of the 19th and early 20th century, the author does not dwell overmuch on dates, but this actually allows a cohesive story to be built up, instead of a confusing chronology. A few maps would have helped, but again, in 1902 that was not the norm.

I should note that I read this in the Kindle edition, and found it to be typeset with above-average quality for that genre. There was one major glitch in which a section about Bismark had been dropped in accidentally in a discussion of the 16th century, but aside from that, the conversion was well done.

I would recommend this to anyone who finds European history interesting, and would like a good introduction to the portion of that that occurred in German-speaking lands.
Kare
I love this quirky book. I was looking for a general history of Germany before 1400, and books written for the average reader about that period of time are not that interesting or easy to find. This book was written over 100 years ago by a college professor, and I figured that scholarship regarding that period of time probably hasn't expanded much since then (except perhaps for the widely read history buff, which I am not). I didn't expect to love this book, but I am really enjoying the author's style, his explanations of why he has organized the various chapters, and the inclusion of detail about the people that bring that history to life, more than just dates and names. It's probably dated in many ways, but for me, the general reader, it's very enjoyable.
Perius
The book was poorly edited - several typos and misspellings. It read as if it was a poor translation from another language to the extent that some para graphs were unintelligible. At times it seemed rambling and difficult to discern the point the author was making.
Itiannta
This was a good read. It was accurate and informative but remained understandable by someone who is not an expert in the area.
Unh
Amazing, I've had the original of my great granddad's book on my self for, well, generations. A good book but be warned that grandpa was rabidly pro German in the years leading up to WWI, so this will be a somewhat stilted reading of history.
Natety
Very interesting book, offers a detailed history of the Holy Roman Empire, The church and western Europe.
Quite detailed lecture form of historical material for a sturdent of history that provides an excellent integrated view of German people and the Holy Roman Empire.

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