The Age of Empire, 1875-1914

Discusses the evolution of European economics, politics, arts, sciences & cultural life from the height of the industrial revolution to the First World War. Illustrations Preface Overture The centenarian revolution An economy changes gear The age of empire The politics of democracy Workers of the world Waving flags: nations & nationalism Who's who or the uncertainties of the Bourgeoisie The new woman The arts transformed Certainties undermined: the sciences Reason & society Towards revolution From peace to war Epilogue Tables Maps Notes Further Reading Index