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Birn's exceptionally wellwritten narrative covers the century and a half that preceded the French Revolution. The first section, 'An Age of Crisis and Discovery (16481715),' treats the period between the Peace of Westphalia and the death of Louis XIV as a time of political experimentation, colonial exploitation, hardening social lines, economic regression, and scientific advance. The second section covers the period known retrospectively as the 'Ancien Rgime' (17151789). Eighteenthcentury politics are viewed as replete with confrontation and conflict; and a broadened view of the Enlightenment emphasizes the significance of print culture, while also introducing the reader to sites of sociability such as academies, salons, Masonic lodges, and coffeehouses.This is the third edition, revised and expanded, of Crisis, Absolutism, Revolution: Europe 16481789, and new to it is an examination of European contact with Africa, the Americas, and South and East Asia. More attention is also paid to the slave trade, women, family life, religion, exploration, and the emergence of a civil society. It contains an index, 17 maps, and 20 illustrations.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Crisis, Absolutism, Revolution: Europe and the World, 1648-1789'? A: The book primarily explores the political, social, and economic transformations in Europe from 1648 to 1789, leading up to the French Revolution.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Raymond Birn.
- Q: How many pages does the third edition contain? A: The third edition contains 594 pages.
- Q: What topics are covered in this edition that were not included in previous editions? A: This edition includes new examinations of European contact with Africa, the Americas, and Asia, along with a focus on the slave trade, women, family life, and the emergence of civil society.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on August 1, 2005.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is published in paperback binding.
- Q: Is the book suitable for beginners in European history? A: Yes, the well-written narrative is accessible for beginners while providing in-depth analysis for more advanced readers.
- Q: Does this book include visual aids? A: Yes, it contains 17 maps and 20 illustrations to enhance understanding of the content.
- Q: What significant historical periods are discussed in the book? A: The book discusses the 'Age of Crisis and Discovery' from 1648 to 1715 and the 'Ancien Régime' from 1715 to 1789.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for academic studies? A: Yes, it includes an index and thorough analysis, making it suitable for academic reference in European history studies.