Bourgeois Europe, 1850-1914

Bourgeois Europe, 1850–1914 is a general history of Europe from the middle of the nineteenth century to the outbreak of the First World War, covering international relations, domestic politics, social and gender structures, the economy, and the natural and social sciences. It has been revised for the second edition and is ideal for secondary school or university courses and general readers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 428 pages
Publication date: 19 July 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Inc

Bourgeois Europe,1850–1914, is a comprehensive and detailed history of Europe from the mid-nineteenth century to the outbreak of the First World War. It serves as a sequel to Revolutionary Europe: 1780–1850, also published by Routledge. This second edition of the book expands its geographic scope to encompass the entire European continent, from the Arctic Circle to the Mediterranean Sea and from the Atlantic Ocean to the Ural Mountains. The book covers a wide range of topical areas, including significant trends and events in international relations, domestic politics, social and gender structures, economy, natural and social sciences, humanities, religion, and the arts.

In order to update the text for this second edition, the author has conducted a thorough revision, taking into account the latest developments in historical research. The further reading section has been updated to provide the most current and relevant resources for students and scholars. Special attention has been paid to Europe's global interactions with the rest of the world and the structures and norms of gender relations. To enhance the understanding of the material, the book includes tables, charts, maps, and other explanatory features that allow students to delve deeper into the topics that interest them.

Written in a lively and accessible style, the book is suitable for use as a textbook in secondary school or university courses, as well as for general readers who wish to gain a comprehensive understanding of a pivotal period in modern European history. Bourgeois Europe, 1850–1914, provides a wealth of information and insights into the social, political, economic, and cultural developments that shaped Europe during this transformative era.

Weight: 672g
Dimension: 154 x 234 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780815364795
Edition number: 2 ed