Darius Furmonavicius. Lithuania Transforms the West. Lithuania’s Liberation from Soviet Occupation and the Enlargement of NATO (1988–2022). Hannover: ibidem Verlag, 2024. 463 pp. Notes. Bibliography. Chronology. Index. Illustrations. Photographs. Tables. Maps. 45. 00, paper.

Key Points

• The book aims to explore Lithuania's liberation from Soviet rule and its integration into NATO over several decades.
• Historical analysis of key events from 1988 to 2022
• Examination of geopolitical implications of Lithuania's transformation
• Inclusion of various informational resources like chronology and maps
• Highlights Lithuania's significant role in Eastern European politics
• Discusses the impact of NATO enlargement on the region
• Details the challenges and successes of Lithuania's journey to independence