Description
Book SynopsisThis volume takes a thematic approach to the history of the eighteenth century in the British Isles, covering such issues as domestic politics (including popular political culture), religious developments and change, and social and demographic structure and growth. Paul Langford heads a leading team of contributors, to present a lively picture of an era of intense change and growth in which all parts of Britain and Ireland were increasingly bound together by economic expansion and political unification.
Trade ReviewAn excellent, up-to-date and highly efficient book. Dr D. L. Smith, Fellow/Director of Studies, Selwyn College, Cambridge
Table of ContentsIntroduction: Time and space ; 1. Contested kingdoms, 1688-1796 ; 2. Enlightenment and faith ; 3. Governing diverse societies ; 4. The wealth of the nation ; 5. The culture of improvement ; 6. Contested Empire, 1756-1815 ; Epilogue ; Further Reading ; Chronology ; Maps ; Index
