Part of Penguin's History of Europe series. Cambridge Professor Blanning discusses the fascinating period between the Thirty Years' War and the Battle of Waterloo. From everyday people to leaders, he explores the way people lived and communicated, their art, culture, and politics as well as what they ate, what they wore, and how they thought about their lives. This tumultuous period gave birth to our modern era. This 708 pg book makes great reading, clarifies history, and offers detailed insight into life in the period in Europe. Viking. Hb, Dj. USED. $4.00