A Traveller's History of Croatia
by Benjamin Curtis
Curtis untangles with alacrity the complex history of this nation at the crossroads of Europe.
Black Lamb and Grey Falcon: A Journey Through Yugoslavia
by Rebecca West, Christopher Hitchens (Introduction)
First published in 1941, this monumental work explores the complex history of Yugoslavia, its heroes, politics and culture. It's a big, challenging book -- some call it the best ever written on the Balkans.
City of Fortune, How Venice Ruled the Seas
by Roger Crowley
Crowley spins tales of three centuries of plunder and plague, imperial conquest and piracy in this riveting
new history, chronicling the transformation of a tiny city of lagoon dwellers into the richest place on earth.
Croatia, A Nation Forged in War
by Marcus Tanner
A modern history of Croatia, from its medieval origins to Nazi occupation to the present day, written by
the British correspondent who reported from the region during the events of 1993.
Croatia: a History - From Revolution to Independence Robin Harris Školska knjiga 2024 Description: Deeply researched, cri
by Robin Harris
Deeply researched, critical and enthralling history of Croatia from mid 19th century till today. Consistently objective and readable approach of still on going historical controversies of Croatian modern history for an English speaking readership.
Forbidden Bread, A Memoir
by Erica Johnson-Debeljak
A love letter to her husband and an introduction to his world, Debeljak chronicles upending her life in
New York to marry a Slovenian poet. Debeljak lives in Ljubljana with her husband and their three
children.
How We Survived Communism and Even Laughed
by Slavenka Drakulic
These short essays capture the absurdity, struggle and day-to-day reality of being a woman in Yugoslavia under communism. Drakulic is an award-winning Croatian journalist and novelist.
Lonely Planet Croatian Phrasebook
by Lonely Planet Publications
A handy, palm-sized guide to pronunciation, basic grammar and essential vocabulary for the traveler.
Moon Handbook Croatia and Slovenia
by Shann Fountain Culo
A no-nonsense practical guide in the Moon series, jam-packed not only with travel necessities (hotels,
restaurants, sights), but also with a good overview of history, flora and fauna and geology.
Slovenia and the Slovenes: A Small State and the New Europe
by James Gow, Cathie Carmichael
It provides insight into how Slovenia navigated its transition from Yugoslav republic to independent EU member, balancing national identity with regional and international integration.
Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina Map
by Freytag & Berndt
The Balkans, A Short History
by Mark Mazower
With eloquence and clarity, Mazower addresses issues of geography, nationalism and nation in this indispensable survey.
The Balkans: Nationalism, War, and the Great Powers, 1804-2011
by Misha Glenny
Longtime central European correspondent for the BBC based in Vienna, Glenny (The Fall of Yugoslavia) poignantly challenges the role of the Great Powers in this survey, newly revised and updated to cover developments in the region through 2011.
The Bridge on the Drina
by Ivo Andric, Lovette F. Edwards (Translator)
These linked stories by the Nobel Prize-winning author capture the history and complexity of Christian and Muslim relations during Ottoman occupation. Hewn of stone, the bridge dividing the town of Visegrad was Andric's inspiration.
The Hired Man
by Aminatta Forna
When Duro Kolak encounters a strange car in his small Croatian village of Gost, he offers its British
occupants assistance in setting up a summer cottage. But tensions soon develop between the village
residents and the foreigners, as painful memories from the Croatian War of Independence are revived.
The Horns and Hooves of the Goat: A History of Istria and its People
by Robert Mansuri
A concise exploration into Istria's past, this book aims to shed light on the historical significance and unique cultural identity of the Istrian people. It's a brief yet informative read for those interested in the region's background.
Yugoslavia, Death of a Nation
by Laura Silber, Allan Little
Called "one of the finest volumes to come out of the war" by the New York Times, this book combines eyewitness reports, political commentary and documentary photographs to elucidate the origins and aftermath of the breakup of Yugoslavia.
Zagreb, A Cultural History
by Celia Hawkesworth
An illuminating account of the tumultuous but vibrant history of Croatia's capital, with a strong focus on the art and architecture of the city.