Early Modern Europe: Issues and Interpretations

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James B. Collins, Karen L. Taylor
John Wiley & Sons, Apr 15, 2008 - History - 482 pages

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.
 

Contents

Interpreting Early Modern Europe
1
Introduction
9
Part II Changes in Religion and Cultural
83
Introduction
85
Part III The Revolution of the Mind
153
Introduction
155
Part IV The Roles of Women in Early Modern Society
215
Introduction
217
Part V The Rise of the Modern State System
297
Introduction
299
Part VI Research Paradigms Old and New
377
Introduction
379
Index
459
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About the author (2008)

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.

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