The Long Nineteenth Century

Charles Downer Hazen's "The Long Nineteenth Century" presents a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the tumultuous period stretching from the late 18th century to the dawn of the 20th century. Through a meticulously structured narrative, Hazen utilizes a blend of historical analysis and literary review to illuminate the social, political, and cultural transformations that defined this era. His literary style is both accessible and erudite, revealing the intricacies of historical events while intertwining them with the philosophical undercurrents that influenced thinkers and writers of the time. Hazen, an eminent historian and educator, was profoundly influenced by his academic background and a keen interest in the socio-political climates of Europe and America. His extensive study of history at prestigious institutions allowed him to cultivate a rich understanding of the epoch in question, positioning him to undertake this ambitious project. As a scholar profoundly engaged with the complexities of modernity's rise, Hazen captures the interconnectedness of historical narratives through his astute observations. This book is an essential read for anyone seeking to grasp the dynamics of the long nineteenth century, revealing how such profound changes still resonate in contemporary society. Historians, students, and general readers alike will find Hazen's work a valuable resource, offering profound insights into a formative period that shaped the modern world. _x000D_ Contents:_x000D_ The Old Regime in Europe_x000D_ The Old Regime in France_x000D_ Beginnings of the Revolution_x000D_ The Making of the Constitution_x000D_ The Legislative Assembly_x000D_ The Convention_x000D_ The Directory_x000D_ The Consulate_x000D_ The Early Years of the Empire_x000D_ The Empire at Its Height_x000D_ The Decline and Fall of Napoleon_x000D_ The Congresses_x000D_ France Under the Restoration_x000D_ Revolutions Beyond France_x000D_ The Reign of Louis Philippe_x000D_ Central Europe in Revolt_x000D_ The Second French Republic and the Founding of the Second Empire_x000D_ The Making of the Kingdom of Italy_x000D_ The Unification of Germany_x000D_ The Second Empire and the Franco-Prussian War_x000D_ The German Empire_x000D_ France Under the Third Republic_x000D_ The Kingdom of Italy Since 1870_x000D_ Austria-Hungary Since 1848_x000D_ England From 1815 to 1868_x000D_ England Since 1868_x000D_ The British Empire_x000D_ The Partition of Africa_x000D_ Spain and Portugal_x000D_ Holland and Belgium Since 1830_x000D_ Switzerland_x000D_ The Scandinavian States_x000D_ The Disruption of the Ottoman Empire and the Rise of the Balkan States_x000D_ Russia to the War With Japan_x000D_ The Far East_x000D_ Russia Since the 1905 War With Japan_x000D_ The Balkan Wars of 1912 and 1913_x000D_ The European War_x000D_ Making the Peace