An analysis of the library holdings and text materials typically available to secondary students on the subject of East Central Europe indicates that the study of Russia predominates over consideration of the many other nationalities involved. Ways to identify and emphasize Polish, Slovak, Ukarainian, and other cultures are suggested. (JH)

The author demonstrates how historians themselves can create myths. Emphasis is placed on mythical divisions in European history created by historians. The need for a broader concept of Europe is outlined. (DE)

Examines the life of Englishman Emerson, explains why he has been neglected, and shows that his work is antecedent to photojournalism. (FL)

Reveals that independent international gazettes provided coverage of major crises and had an important impact on the events of the late eighteenth century in Europe. (FL)

Many sources describing Thomas More's life mention his second wife Alice very little, and scholars who do mention her usually do so in an unflattering way. Reasons why are examined. There is much that can be said about Alice that is flattering. Alice's positive traits are discussed. (RM)

The views of the French political leader Marcel Deat are examined to determine whether he was a fascist by conviction or a fascist by the force of circumstances created by World War II. It is shown that by 1934 Deat had clearly adopted a stance best described as national socialist. (RM)

Through a series of events in German-controlled Alsace, e.g., a Prussian military commander insulted Alsatian civilians and the French flag, the fundamental question of civilian-military relations in both Alsace-Lorraine and Germany itself was brought to the fore. How the situation was handled is discussed. (RM)

This textbook is a history reader with fictionalized selections on Columbus and De Soto. Poems are included.

A European Studies course for students "incapable of doing French" taught at a British secondary school is developed on the premise that students will attempt to live up to the teacher's expectations. With only middling enthusiasm from his students, the teacher is requesting comment from readers. (JH)

A history of the emergence of public schools in central and eastern Europe. (RA)

An exploration of the leadership styles of Nasser and DeGaulle, and their influence on international affairs. (JB)

Selection from Abelard's hymns are used to illustrate his theological positions on the trinity and theory of atonement. (AM)

Discusses the historical significance of Leonora de Guzman--longtime mistress of Alfonso IX--in the political developments of fourteenth century Castilian Spain. The events leading up to her execution are examined. (AM)

Written in French, the essay examines the evolution of the notion of culture as related to French educational history and the concept of humanism. Culture is defined as the individual acquisition and development of intellectual, psychological, and physical faculties. A brief comparison with German humanistic pedagogy is included. (KC)

Discusses four works of criticism written since 1983 on the subject of Shakespeare's histories. Describes the approaches of works by Graham Holderness, C. W. R .D. Moseley, and Alexander Leggatt. Argues that Leggatt, whose writing reflects love for Shakespeare's histories, has produced the most nourishing work of its kind in years. (SG)