Frank O'Gorman
The Long Eighteenth Century
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472507747
- author:
- Frank O'Gorman
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Academic 2nd Revised edition edition
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 464
- Dimensions:
- 16.9 x 2.4 x 24.2 cm
- Genre:
- History, Britain & Ireland, Ireland, Frank O'Gorman,The Long Eighteenth Century,Bloomsbury Academic,1472507746,History: Textbooks & Study Guides,c 1700 to c 1800,Great Britain - Politics and government - 1689-1702,Great Britain - Politics and governm
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Long Eighteenth Century: A Comprehensive History of Britain 1688-1832 by Frank O'Gorman. This second edition of a leading scholarly text provides a thorough and up-to-date exploration of British history from the late seventeenth to the early nineteenth century. The book examines key themes, including the development of the British nation, the role of religion in state and society, and the growth of a class-based system. It also considers Britain's commercial and imperial expansion, its role in Europe, and the emergence of liberalism. The new edition includes revised treatments of topics such as gender, religion, and the 1832 Reform Act, as well as new sections on commerce and empire, Britain and Europe, and updated maps and charts. With a revised introduction and conclusion, this book provides a detailed and authoritative account of a pivotal period in British history. Suitable for students seeking to understand the complexities of this era, The Long Eighteenth Century is an essential resource for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of British history from 1688 to 1832.