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Studies in de moderne geschiedenisReeks

Deze serie duikt in cruciale vraagstukken van de moderne geschiedenis via beknopte, maar prikkelende en wetenschappelijke publicaties. Elk boek presenteert de huidige stand van kennis in zijn specifieke vakgebied, verrijkt met eigen onderzoek en inzichten van de auteurs. De behandelde onderwerpen bestrijken een breed spectrum aan thema's, perioden en locaties, en bieden zo een alomvattend perspectief op ons verleden. De serie is bedoeld om zowel informatief als tot nadenken stemmend te zijn voor studenten en geschiedenisliefhebbers.

Britannia Overruled
The East India Company
France in the Age of Henri IV
Children and Childhood in Western Society Since 1500
Sweet Land of Liberty?
Politics under the Later Stuarts

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  • Politics under the Later Stuarts

    Party Conflict in a Divided Society 1660-1715

    • 276bladzijden
    • 10 uur lezen

    Focusing on the later Stuart period, this study examines the evolution of party conflict in England from Charles II to Anne's reign. It explores the emergence of political parties and their organization, alongside the ideological foundations that fueled party strife. By analyzing high politics and the dynamics of party formation, the author reveals how these pivotal years shaped the configuration of British politics that followed.

    Politics under the Later Stuarts

  • Sweet Land of Liberty?

    The African-American Struggle for Civil Rights in the Twentieth Century

    • 336bladzijden
    • 12 uur lezen
    3,6(18)Tarief

    Focusing on the grassroots efforts of everyday individuals, this account highlights the significant contributions of ordinary men and women in the civil rights movement. Rather than emphasizing prominent figures, the narrative sheds light on the mobilization and activism driven by local community leaders and civil rights workers, showcasing the collective struggle for equality in modern America.

    Sweet Land of Liberty?

  • Children and Childhood in Western Society Since 1500

    3,5(24)Tarief

    This book investigates the relationship between ideas about childhood and the actual experience of being a child, and assesses how it has changed over the span of 500 years. Hugh Cunningham tells an engaging story of the development of ideas about childhood from the Renaissance to the present, including Locke, Rosseau, Wordsworth and Freud.

    Children and Childhood in Western Society Since 1500

  • France in the Age of Henri IV

    The Struggle for Stability

    • 344bladzijden
    • 13 uur lezen

    The book delves into the historical figure of Henri IV, challenging the myth surrounding his reputation as the unifier of France after civil strife. It offers a systematic examination of his true accomplishments and the complexities of his reign. The Second Edition features significant updates, enhancing the depth of analysis and providing a clearer understanding of Henri IV's impact on French history.

    France in the Age of Henri IV

  • The East India Company

    A History

    • 200bladzijden
    • 7 uur lezen

    Focusing on the East India Company's journey from its inception in 1600 to its end in 1857, this concise history highlights the often-overlooked early years and explores the Company's deep connections with British society. It provides insights into how the Company's operations influenced and were influenced by the domestic landscape of Britain, offering a unique perspective on its historical significance.

    The East India Company

  • Britannia Overruled

    British Policy and World Power in the Twentieth Century

    • 392bladzijden
    • 14 uur lezen
    3,9(31)Tarief

    Focusing on the interconnected histories of diplomacy, defense, economics, and empire, this comprehensive overview challenges the conventional narrative of British decline in the 20th century. It provides a critical reinterpretation of British foreign policy while exploring the broader implications of international power and policymaking processes. Designed for second and third-year undergraduates, it serves as an essential resource for students of Modern British History, British Politics, and International Relations.

    Britannia Overruled