A Short History of Albania and the Albanian People

by Nicolae Iorga

Discover the fascinating story of the Albanian people, whose rich heritage dates back to the ancient Illyrians, inhabitants of the Balkan peninsula since pre-Homeric times. A Short History of Albania and the Albanian People takes you on an enlightening expedition through the pivotal moments that shaped this unique and resilient culture, leading up to the establishment of Albania as a sovereign nation in 1912. At the heart of Albania’ s distinctiveness lies its language, derived from ancient Illyrian, setting it apart from neighboring Slavic and Greek communities. This linguistic connection with their ancestors has played a significant role in preserving their ethnic identity throughout history despite political and religious divisions. Now available for the first time in English, A Short History of Albania and the Albanian People is an essential read for history enthusiasts and anyone seeking to grasp the complexity and resilience of a people whose roots date back to ancient times. Embark on this captivating voyage, delving into the rich tapestry of Albania’ s past and the indomitable spirit of the Albanian people that endures to this day.

120 pages, Hardcover

Published July 30, 2024

About the author

Nicolae Iorga was a Romanian historian, university professor, literary critic, memorialist, playwright, poet, and politician. He served as a member of Parliament, as President of the post-World War I National Assembly, as minister, and (1931 - 32) as Prime Minister. He was co-founder (in 1910) of the Democratic Nationalist Party and was ultimately assassinated by fascist Iron Guard (legionnaire) commandos.

Reviews

[JK · Rating 1 out of 5]

"During his long and distinguished academic career, Iorga authored more than 1,000 books and 12,000 articles." (from the book jacket).

You can understand how he was able to write so much when you read this book. He unleashes a torrent of names and places and military and courtly titles, with little to no explanation or transition, and absolutely zero citations to follow up on. Save yourself the hour spent reading this book and turn to Miranda Vickers, The Albanians: A Modern History instead.