Focusing on the period from 1603 to 1800, this book explores Britain's significant evolution into a global power. It offers detailed insights into the political, social, and economic changes during this transformative era. With accessible writing and illustrations, it serves as an excellent resource for students studying early modern Britain, providing a comprehensive understanding of the historical context and events that shaped the nation’s rise on the world stage.
Focusing on the historiography of early America, this book examines the period from the Treaty of Utrecht in 1713 to the conclusion of the American Revolution in 1784. It provides insights into the evolving narratives and discussions surrounding the colonial era, highlighting key developments and scholarly perspectives that shape our understanding of this transformative time in American history.
Focusing on pivotal events like Tackey's Rebellion, the Somerset decision, and the Zong murder case, the book explores Jamaica's resilience and adaptability within an Atlantic context. It highlights how the society effectively navigated economic and political challenges, particularly during tumultuous periods such as the American Revolution, revealing the complexities of its brutal yet responsive nature.
This Element shows that existing models of global slavery derived from sociology rather than history. It argues that we can understand the global history of slavery in ways that historicise the study of history as an institution with a history that changes over time and space. This title is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.