The Eighteenth Century 1688-1815 [Paperback]

This collection takes a thematic approach to eighteenth-century history, covering such topics as domestic politics (including popular political culture), religious developments and changes, social and demographic structure and growth, and culture. It presents a lively picture of an era of intense change and growth.

Introduction: Time and space,Paul Langford
1. Contested kingdoms, 1688-1796,David Hayton
2. Enlightenment and faith,David Hempton
3. Governing diverse societies,Joanna Innes
4. The wealth of the nation,Martin Daunton
5. The culture of improvement,Peter Borsay
6. Contested Empire, 1756-1815,Michael Duffy
Epilogue,Paul Langford
Further Reading
Chronology
Maps
Index