The Age of Atlantic Revolution: The Fall and Rise of a Connected World

The Age of Atlantic Revolution was a defining moment in western history, shaped by people's struggle to reimagine themselves and sovereignty. It led to the creation of nation-states, the transformation of Europe, and the global spread of democracy and capitalism.

Format: Hardback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 11 July 2023
Publisher: Yale University Press

The Age of Atlantic Revolution, a pivotal period in Western history, left an indelible mark on our understanding of fundamental rights, individual identity, citizenship, state authority, labor organization, church-state relations, and national identity. Spanning from approximately 1750 to 1850, this transformative era witnessed profound changes that shaped the world as we know it today.

In his comprehensive book, historian Patrick Griffin delves into the roots of the Age of Atlantic Revolution, exploring how individuals in an interconnected world navigated through violence, liberation, and war to reimagine themselves and sovereignty. Through a transnational lens, Griffin weaves together the revolutions, crises, and conflicts that unfolded across British North America, France, Haiti, Latin America, Britain, Europe, Ireland, and West Africa, revealing how empires transformed into nations and how our global world came into being.

The Age of Atlantic Revolution was characterized by a series of transformative events that reshaped the political, social, and economic landscapes of the time. The American Revolution, led by the colonists against British rule, marked the beginning of a wave of revolutions that challenged European empires and sought to establish new forms of government and social structures. The French Revolution, in turn, brought about radical social and political changes, including the abolition of feudalism and the rise of the bourgeoisie.

These revolutions had far-reaching consequences, not only in the regions they affected but also globally. They inspired other movements for liberation and democracy, leading to the Haitian Revolution, which abolished slavery and established the first Black-led nation in the Western Hemisphere. The Latin American Revolutions, driven by the desire for independence and social justice, also had a profound impact, leading to the creation of new nations and the establishment of democratic systems in many parts of the region.

The Age of Atlantic Revolution also witnessed the rise of new economic systems and global trade networks. The Industrial Revolution, which began in Britain, transformed the way people lived and worked, leading to the development of new technologies, the rise of capitalism, and the expansion of international commerce. This period also saw the rise of colonialism, as European powers.

Dimension: 235 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780300206333