The Struggle for Stability in Early Modern Europe [Paperback]

Fresh and thought-provoking even after nearly twenty years. Even where I disagree with it I still find it valuable, especially as a demonstration of good history and good historical writing. Should provide fodder for hours of productive classroom discussion. --Robert S. Babcock,HastingsCollege

Stimulating, concise, and lucid--interdisciplinary approach particularly useful for my students. --A.J. King,University of Pennsylvania

Thought-provoking and compelling. --National Review

The most ambitious attempt yet made to see the seventeenth century as a whole. --Times Literary Supplement