Bücher der Reihe Short Oxford History of the Modern World

This survey of European history covers a period of 140 years which witnessed the beginnings of the contemporary world. In his account of the economic, social, intellectual and governmental structure and development of pre-revolutionary Europe, the author stresses economic and social trends.

Drawing out both parallels and differences between paths of development throughout the British Empire, Professor Lloyd provides an account of a vital period in the history of all the countries that make up the modern Commonwealth.

This is a survey of European history, from the coup d'etat of Napoleon, to the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand at Sarajevo. It concentrates on the twin themes of revolution and nationalism, which often combined, but which increasingly became rival creeds.

This fifth edition of Empire, Welfare State, Europe has been revised and updated to provide a comprehensive history of the United Kingdom from the decline of the Empire to the general election of May 2001.