Publisher's Synopsis
The Balkan Wars 1912 to 1913 is a historical book by Jacob Gould Schurman that provides a comprehensive account of the two Balkan Wars that took place between 1912 and 1913. The book starts with an introduction to the Balkan region and its history, followed by a detailed analysis of the causes and consequences of the wars. Schurman examines the political, economic, and social factors that led to the conflicts, including the rise of nationalism and the struggle for independence from the Ottoman Empire.The author provides a detailed description of the military campaigns, including the battles and sieges that took place during the wars. He also explores the role of the major powers in the conflict, including Russia, Austria-Hungary, and Germany, and how their involvement affected the outcome of the wars.Schurman's book also delves into the aftermath of the wars, including the Treaty of Bucharest that ended the Second Balkan War. He examines the impact of the wars on the Balkan region and how they set the stage for the First World War.Overall, The Balkan Wars 1912 to 1913 is a well-researched and informative book that provides a detailed account of the conflicts that shaped the Balkan region and had a significant impact on the global political landscape of the early 20th century.No one could have observed at close range the Balkan Wars of 1912-1913 without perceiving, always in the background and occasionally in the foreground, the colossal rival figures of Russia and Austria-Hungary. Attention was called to the phenomenon at various points in this volume and especially in the concluding pages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
