Early Modern Europe : An Oxford History
An Oxford History
Nonfiction, History, European General, Business & Finance
| Author: | Euan Cameron | ISBN: | 9780191606816 |
| Publisher: | OUP Oxford | Publication: | February 25, 1999 |
| Imprint: | OUP Oxford | Language: | English |
| Author: | Euan Cameron |
| ISBN: | 9780191606816 |
| Publisher: | OUP Oxford |
| Publication: | February 25, 1999 |
| Imprint: | OUP Oxford |
| Language: | English |
Early Modern' is a term applied to the period which falls between the end of the middle ages and the beginning of the nineteenth century. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to Europe in this period, exploring the changes and transitions involved in the move towards modernity. Nine newly commissioned chapters under the careful editorship of Euan Cameron cover social, political, economic, and cultural perspectives, all contributing to a full and vibrant picture ofEurope during this time.The chapters are organized thematically, and consider the evolving European economy and society, the impact of new ideas on religion, and the emergence of modern political attitudes and techniques. The text is complemented with many illustrations throughout to give a feel of the changes in life beyond the raw historical data.
Early Modern' is a term applied to the period which falls between the end of the middle ages and the beginning of the nineteenth century. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to Europe in this period, exploring the changes and transitions involved in the move towards modernity. Nine newly commissioned chapters under the careful editorship of Euan Cameron cover social, political, economic, and cultural perspectives, all contributing to a full and vibrant picture ofEurope during this time.The chapters are organized thematically, and consider the evolving European economy and society, the impact of new ideas on religion, and the emergence of modern political attitudes and techniques. The text is complemented with many illustrations throughout to give a feel of the changes in life beyond the raw historical data.
