9780365787167 - Introduction à l'Histoire du Xixe Siècle (Classic Reprint) de Gervinus, Georg-Gottfried (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an in-depth examination of the period between the fall of the French empire and the Congress of Vienna, focusing on the interplay of ideas and their impact on historical events. The author analyzes the transition from aristocratic to democratic forms of government and the rise of absolutism in both ancient Greece and early modern Europe. The book also explores the Protestant Reformation's role in challenging papal and imperial authority, highlighting the contrast between German Protestantism's emphasis on individualism and the more monarchical nature of its counterparts in England and France. Ultimately, the author argues that the clash between Latin and Germanic cultures during this era shaped the development of modern Europe, with absolutism serving as a catalyst for both democratic and despotic tendencies. This book offers valuable insights into the complex interplay of power, religion, and culture in shaping the course of human history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.