This book offers a concise, illustrated introduction to the modern history of Greece, from the early upheavals of the national movement in the late 18th century to the present day. As Greece recovers from a devastating economic crisis, this fourth edition includes analyses of contemporary political, economic, and social developments. It also features illustrations, as well as updated tables and suggestions for further reading. A new concluding chapter examines the trajectory of Greek history over the two hundred years since the beginning of the 1821 Revolution. Designed as a key introduction, the first edition of this successful book won the Runciman Award for the best book on a Greek subject in 1992 and has been translated into thirteen languages, including all the languages of the Balkans.