State formation in Europe, 843-1789: a divided world

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"State Formation in Europe, 843-1789 follows the formation and development of the European state from the division of the Carolingian Empire to the French Revolution. By observing Europe through the perspective of the rest of the world, readers gain insight into trends common to the whole Continent whilst crossing the traditional border between the middle ages and early modern period. This book is essential reading for students studying medieval and early modern political history, state formation, and Europe in a global context"--;The formation of the European state system -- The foundation and development of European monarchy -- The state and its competitors -- The revolutions of the sixteenth century and their consequences -- Absolutism and Constitutionalism -- The state and the Enlightenment -- Conclusion: the state of the old regime and its legacy. The formation of the European state system -- The foundation and development of European monarchy -- The state and its competitors -- The revolutions of the sixteenth century and their consequences -- Absolutism and Constitutionalism -- The state and the Enlightenment -- Conclusion: the state of the old regime and its legacy.