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'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 of Europe 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.
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Euan Cameron is Professor of Early Modern History at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne.
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'Early Modern Europe: An Oxford History' is a fascinating and rewarding introduction to the early modern period. Themes from the 16th to the end of the 18th centuries are described and contextualised with a clarity of vision that should leave the reader feeling very confident in their understanding of all the major events, processes, and figures of the time. Economics, dynastic politics, internal politics of nascent nation states, renaisance and reformation ideas, colonisation and technology are all covered in a coherent and satisfying way.
This book is far superior to what would seem to be its nearest bookshelf rival - 'Early Modern Europe, 1450-1789' by Merry E. Wiesner-Hanks, which perhaps suffers a little from being too bogged down with its strange over-emphasis on gender issues, and perculiar thematic scheme.
I am giving 'Early Modern Europe: An Oxford History' 5 stars because:
a) it is very readable
b) it it comprehensive
c) it provides clarity on potentially confusing issues
d) it uses logical thematic schemes
e) it will leave you with a clear idea of the main political and social events and processes of the period. brilliant!
This book is far superior to what would seem to be its nearest bookshelf rival - 'Early Modern Europe, 1450-1789' by Merry E. Wiesner-Hanks, which perhaps suffers a little from being too bogged down with its strange over-emphasis on gender issues, and perculiar thematic scheme.
I am giving 'Early Modern Europe: An Oxford History' 5 stars because:
a) it is very readable
b) it it comprehensive
c) it provides clarity on potentially confusing issues
d) it uses logical thematic schemes
e) it will leave you with a clear idea of the main political and social events and processes of the period. brilliant!
2 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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Thoroughly useful book which has aided me emensely in furthering my understanding of Early Modern period of European history. Highly recommended and pretty swift delivery.
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Early Modern Europe: An Oxford HistoryI would like to know why I still haven't received this item, I have been waiting for well over 6 weeks.
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