The Pursuit of Glory

This volume from the Penguin History of Europe series, authored by Tim Blanning, explores Europe's remarkable transformation from the end of the Thirty Years' War to the Battle of Waterloo. It highlights five major revolutions—scientific, industrial, American, French, and romantic—and examines how these upheavals shaped modern society. Blanning offers an engaging analysis by connecting everyday details with the broader cultural, political, and technological changes that contributed to Europe's rise as a modern power.