The Cambridge History of the Age of Atlantic Revolutions: Volume 3, The Iberian Empires

Volume III covers the Iberian Empires and the ethnic dimension of Ibero-American independence movements, revealing the contrasting dynamics created by the Spanish imperial crisis. It explores the experimental nature of political changes, shared experiences, and connections to the revolutionary French Caribbean. It also assesses the survival of slavery and the demands of enslaved people.

Format: Hardback
Length: 800 pages
Publication date: 09 November 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Volume III delves into the intricate tapestry of the Iberian Empires, shedding light on the profound ethnic dimension of the Ibero-American independence movements. It unveils the contrasting dynamics sparked by the Spanish imperial crisis both at home and in the colonies. This volume underscores the experimental nature of political transformations, the shared experiences and disparities across various regions, and the interconnectedness with the revolutionary French Caribbean. It delves into the unique emancipatory processes initiated in the European metropoles of Spain and Portugal, exploring the intricate connections between Spanish America, Brazil, and Portuguese Africa. As the narrative unfolds, it concludes with an insightful assessment of Brazil, highlighting how the persistence of slavery played a pivotal role in the establishment of the new monarchy. Simultaneously, enslaved individuals began asserting their own demands, mirroring the aspirations of the indigenous population. This comprehensive volume offers a deep exploration of the complex web of historical events, shedding light on the multifaceted and interconnected nature of the Ibero-American world during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

Volume III delves into the intricate tapestry of the Iberian Empires, shedding light on the profound ethnic dimension of the Ibero-American independence movements. It unveils the contrasting dynamics sparked by the Spanish imperial crisis both at home and in the colonies. This volume underscores the experimental nature of political transformations, the shared experiences and disparities across various regions, and the interconnectedness with the revolutionary French Caribbean. It delves into the unique emancipatory processes initiated in the European metropoles of Spain and Portugal, exploring the intricate connections between Spanish America, Brazil, and Portuguese Africa. As the narrative unfolds, it concludes with an insightful assessment of Brazil, highlighting how the persistence of slavery played a pivotal role in the establishment of the new monarchy. Simultaneously, enslaved individuals began asserting their own demands, mirroring the aspirations of the indigenous population. This comprehensive volume offers a deep exploration of the complex web of historical events, shedding light on the multifaceted and interconnected nature of the Ibero-American world during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

Weight: 1120g
Dimension: 236 x 161 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108475969