A Concise History of Modern Europe: Liberty, Equality, Solidarity

Book Details

• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

• Author: David S. Mason

• Language: English

• Binding: Paperback

• Edition: Fifth Edition

• ISBN: 9781538161586

• Pages: 268

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions:

  • Length: 8.9 inches

  • Width: 6.0 inches

  • Height: 0.7 inches

About The Book

David S. Mason’s "Modern Europe: A Concise History" (5th Edition) offers a fresh and dynamic perspective on the pivotal moments that have shaped the European continent. Covering the period from the Enlightenment to the present, this book focuses on key events, ideas, and figures that have significantly impacted modern Europe.

The author delves into the theme of revolution—both political and scientific—and explores its profound effects on the development of human rights, democracy, and European identity. Instead of offering an exhaustive country-by-country chronology, Mason provides a broad overview of Europe’s most crucial events, including the French Revolution, the Industrial Revolution, the rise of Marx and Darwin’s ideas, the revolutions of 1848 and 1917, and the Cold War.

With 14 chapters addressing topics such as European imperialism, the two world wars, and the growth of the European Union, this book serves as an engaging narrative for readers interested in understanding how Europe evolved into the continent it is today. It is supplemented with helpful resources like maps, timelines, sidebars, photos, and a glossary for an enhanced learning experience.

A perfect read for anyone seeking to understand the sweeping history of Europe and its lasting influence on the modern world.