The Making of Dissidents: Hungary's Democratic Opposition and Its Western Friends, 1973-1998 By Victoria Harms. Pittsburgh: University of Pittsburgh Press, 2024. Pp. x+400. Cloth 65. 00. 987-0-8229-4825-4. Paper 40. ISBN 9780822967637. | Synapse
May 16, 2026
The Making of Dissidents: Hungary's Democratic Opposition and Its Western Friends, 1973-1998 By Victoria Harms. Pittsburgh: University of Pittsburgh Press, 2024. Pp. x+400. Cloth 65. 00. 987-0-8229-4825-4. Paper 40. ISBN 9780822967637.
Key Points
The research explores the dynamics between Hungary's democratic opposition and their relationships with Western allies.
Qualitative historical analysis
Examination of political documents and memoirs
Contextual study of international relations
Identifies key figures and organizations in Hungary's opposition movement.
Highlights the impact of Western influence on dissident strategies.
Documents significant events and collaborations between Hungarian dissidents and Western leaders.
Abstract
The Making of Dissidents: Hungary's Democratic Opposition and Its Western Friends, 1973-1998 By Victoria Harms. Pittsburgh: University of Pittsburgh Press, 2024. Pp. x+400. Cloth 40. ISBN 9780822967637.