Hobsbawm, E.J.
The Age of Revolution
- ISBN 13:
- 9780349104843
- author:
- Hobsbawm, E.J.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Abacus
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1988
- Pages:
- 413
- Dimensions:
- 13 x 20.1 x 2.9 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- European history: c 1750 to c 1900
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Age of Revolution 1789-1848 by Eric J. Hobsbawm Eric Hobsbawm's groundbreaking work explores the transformative period in European history that saw the rise of industrial capitalism and the emergence of Western Europe as a dominant world power. Spanning sixty years from 1789 to 1848, this account provides a detailed analysis of the significant events and social changes that shaped the continent during this pivotal era. Hobsbawm's insightful examination of the French Revolution and the Industrial Revolution that began in Britain sheds light on the complex interplay between these two major events and their far-reaching consequences. The result is a compelling narrative that reveals the profound impact of these revolutions on the course of modern history. Through his meticulous research and analytical skill, Hobsbawm offers a nuanced understanding of this critical period in European history, making this book an essential read for anyone interested in the subject.
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