Exceptionalism and Industrialisation

Britain and its European Rivals, 1688–1815

Leandro Prados de la Escosura (Universidad Carlos III de Madrid)

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English

Cambridge University Press
02 August 2004

European history; British & Irish history; Modern history to 20th century: c 1700 to c 1900; Colonialism & imperialism; Economic history; Maritime & nautical trades

This book explores the question of British exceptionalism in the period from the Glorious Revolution to the Congress of Vienna. Leading historians examine why Great Britain emerged from years of sustained competition with its European rivals in a discernible position of hegemony in the domains of naval power, empire, global commerce, agricultural efficiency, industrial production, fiscal capacity and advanced technology. They deal with Britain's unique path to industrial revolution and distinguish four themes on the interactions between its emergence as a great power and as the first industrial nation. First, they highlight growth and industrial change, the interconnections between agriculture, foreign trade and industrialisation. Second, they examine technological change and, especially, Britain's unusual inventiveness. Third, they study her institutions and their role in facilitating economic growth. Fourth and finally, they explore British military and naval supremacy, showing how this was achieved and how it contributed to Britain's economic supremacy.

Edited by: Leandro Prados de la Escosura (Universidad Carlos III de Madrid)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 236mm, Width: 160mm, Spine: 28mm
Weight: 699g
ISBN: 9780521793049
ISBN 10: 0521793041
Pages: 352
Publication Date: 02 August 2004
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Leandro Prados de la Escosura is Professor of Economic History at Universidad Carlos III, Madrid, and Prince of Asturias Distinguished Visiting Professor at the University of Georgetown.

Reviews for Exceptionalism and Industrialisation: Britain and its European Rivals, 1688–1815

'... splendidly informative and thought provoking tribute to a great economic historian.' Times Literary Supplement 'We are brought to the very brink of a new phase of research by this highly significant and suggestive volume.' Business History '... consistently interesting and focused. This book is an important collection'. History