A sweeping, detailed history of Europe from the late 18th century through the early 19th century, with a focus on political change, war, and diplomacy.
This edition traces how the French Directory and Napoleon shaped the Continent, from Italy and St. Domingo to Russia and the German states. It weaves political maneuvering, military campaigns, and major treaties into a coherent picture of a pivotal era.
- How leaders in Paris used war and diplomacy to redraw map and power
- Key campaigns, alliances, and reversals that shifted the balance of Europe
- Secrets, negotiations, and compromises behind major treaties like Luneville and Tilsit
- The impact of imperial policies on regions such as Italy, the Papal States, and the Caribbean
Ideal for readers of classic European history and those seeking a thorough account of the forces that shaped the late Enlightenment to the Napoleonic era.