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Europe's Uncertain Path 1814-1914: State Formation and Civil Society

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ISBN: 978-1-405-10053-3

January 2012

Wiley-Blackwell

376 pages

Description
Europe’s Uncertain Path is an introduction to Europe’s turbulent history from 1814 to 1914. It presents a clear narrative of the major political events, set against the backdrop of social, economic, and cultural change.
  • An introduction to Europe’s turbulent history from 1814 to 1914
  • Provides students with a solid grounding in the main political events and social changes of the period
  • Explains the causes and outcomes of major events: the effect of the emergence of mass politics; the evolution of political ideologies; and the link between foreign and domestic policy 
  • Offers balanced coverage of Eastern, Western, and Central Europe
  • Illustrations, maps, and figures enhance student understanding
About the Author

R. S. Alexander is a Professor in the Department of History at the University of Victoria, Canada. His books include Napoleon (2001) and Re-Writing the French Revolutionary Tradition (2003).