| An Age of Science and Revolutions, 1600-1800: The Medieval & Early Modern World Contributor(s): Huff, Toby E. (Author) |
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ISBN: 019517724X ISBN-13: 9780195177244 Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA OUR PRICE: $35.63 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2005 Annotation: An Age of Science and Revolutions, 1600-1800, tells the colorful story of a pivotal period in human history, an era that is crucial to understanding our own times. The expansion of trade and city life, the spread and reform of religious institutions, the rise of regional empires and local feudal regimes, and revolutionary advances in science and technology laid the foundation for the modern world. Told through the words and experiences of the people who lived it- kings, queens, and commoners, priests and lay people, explorers, scientists, artists, and world travelers- this is a world history for a new generation. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Modern - 17th Century - History | Modern - 18th Century |
| Dewey: 909.6 |
| LCCN: 2004021612 |
| Series: Medieval and Early Modern World |
| Physical Information: 0.64" H x 7.7" W x 9.56" (1.19 lbs) 176 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 17th Century - Chronological Period - 18th Century |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: An Age of Science and Revolutions, 1600-1800, tells the colorful story of a pivotal period in human history, an era that is crucial to understanding our own times. The expansion of trade and city life, the spread and reform of religious institutions, the rise of regional empires and local feudal regimes, and revolutionary advances in science and technology laid the foundation for the modern world. Told through the words and experiences of the people who lived it- kings, queens, and commoners, priests and lay people, explorers, scientists, artists, and world travelers- this is a world history for a new generation. |