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Explore the complex dynamics of global power in The Limits of Empire. Published by Routledge in honor of historian Geoffrey Parker, this volume examines how European empires functioned during the early modern period from 1500 to 1800. This collection focuses on the centrifugal forces that challenged imperial formations. Readers will examine how sacral, dynastic, military, diplomatic, geographical, and informational factors impacted the stability of empires. The text covers a period defined by significant technological, demographic, climatic, and economic shifts. By analyzing how empires struggled with new religious movements, incipient nationalisms, and changing sea routes, this book provides a deep look into world history. It is an essential resource for students and historians interested in the structural challenges faced by global powers during this transformative era.

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Honors the work of historian Geoffrey Parker through a collection of scholarly essays.

Analyzes European imperial formations within a global perspective from 1500 to 1800.

Examines centrifugal forces including military, diplomatic, and geographical pressures on empires.

Covers major historical shifts in technology, demographics, climate, and economics.

Investigates the impact of new religious movements and rising nationalisms on imperial stability.

Provides insight into how new sea routes changed the landscape of early modern world history.

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Release Date
28 December 2012
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04 July 2012

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