Description
Book SynopsisIn addition to chronicling the lively chain of events leading to and stemming from the declaration of independence, this text studies the essential components of rebirth: the creation of domestic, foreign and security policies and the revitalization of an independent economy.
Trade Review"Value lies in its documentary format and in the attention it draws to the importance of symbolism and ritual in state consolidation. . . . Ashbourne obviously cultivated a great affection for the country and admirably balanced the successes and failures of the new state." * H-Net: Humanities and Social Science Reviews Online *
Offers fresh new insights into Lithuanian political developments. . . . Useful to general readers and researchers alike. * CHOICE *
Table of Contentschapter 1 Introduction chapter 2 History chapter 3 Lithuanian Domestic Policy chapter 4 Lithuania's Foreign Relations chapter 5 Lithuania's Defense and Security Policy chapter 6 Lithuania's Economy chapter 7 Conclusion chapter 8 Appendix 1: Case Studies chapter 9 Appendix 2: Data chapter 10 Bibliography chapter 11 Oral Sources chapter 12 Index
