Early Modern Europe: A Critical Reader: Issues and Interpretations

Early Modern Europe: A Critical Reader: Issues and Interpretations

by Collins (Author), Taylor (Author)

Synopsis

This reader brings together original and influential recent work in the field of early modern European history. * Provides a thought-provoking overview of current thinking on this period. * Key themes include evolving early-modern identities; changes in religion and cultural life; the revolution of the mind; roles of women in early-modern societies; the rise of the modern state; and Europe and the new world system * Incorporates new scholarship on Eastern and Central Europe. * Includes an article translated into English for the first time.

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Format: Illustrated
Pages: 482
Edition: 1
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 26 Aug 2005

ISBN 10: 0631228926
ISBN 13: 9780631228929

Media Reviews
Collin and Taylor's anthology... will be a valuable resource in teaching the historiography of the early modern era. History Touches on a wide range of methodologies ... .Offers ... a broadening of horizons beyond any specialty. Much undiscovered territory ... much inspiration. Sixteenth Century Journal
Author Bio
James B. Collins is Professor of History at Georgetown University, and Chair of the History Department. Karen L. Taylor is Lecturer in History at Georgetown University.