"The Long 19th Century: European History from 1789 to 1917" Prof. Robert I. Weiner, (36 Lectures / 30 Minutes Per Lecture / 6x DVD - The Great Courses)
The transformative period between the French Revolution and the outbreak of World War I is examined as a single, cohesive era that redefined the modern world. It tracks how the collapse of old monarchies gave way to the rise of powerful nation-states and the explosive growth of industrial capitalism. By focusing on the shifting borders and social structures of the continent, the curriculum reveals how these years laid the groundwork for the political and technological landscape we recognize today.
 
The lectures also explore the intense intellectual and cultural shifts that occurred as ideologies like liberalism, socialism, and nationalism took root. It looks at the lives of ordinary people caught in the midst of massive urbanization and global expansion, while also detailing the high-stakes diplomacy that eventually led to global conflict. The goal is to provide a clear understanding of how the innovations and tensions of this "long" century continue to influence modern international relations and society.ry.