Forming Volume VII. of Periods of European History.
‘As a piece of literary workmanship can hardly be surpassed.... The result is a boon to students, and a serviceable book of reference for the general reader.’—Daily News.
‘Mr. Stephens has written a very valuable and meritorious book, which ought to be widely used.’—Manchester Guardian.
‘An admirable, nay, a masterly work.’—Academy.
‘To say that Mr. Morse Stephens has compiled the best English textbook on the subject would be faint praise.’—Journal of Education.
‘We are happy to extend a hearty welcome to this much-needed Series, which, if it throughout keeps on the same high level of this volume, will fill up a painful gap in our accessible historical literature.’—Educational Times.
‘The volume contains one of the clearest accounts of the French Revolution and the rise of the First Napoleon ever written. In fact, it is the work of a real historian. The style of the book is strong and picturesque.’—Western Morning News.
MODERN EUROPE, 1815-1899
By W. Alison Phillips, M.A., formerly Senior Scholar of St. John’s College, Oxford.
Forming Volume VIII. of Periods of European History.