20709105 - STORIA MODERNA

This branch of history provides to give to the students the following skills: a) general knowledge about main themes, methodologies, sources concerning early modern and modern history since second-half of XV century to second-half of XIX century; b) analysis in depth of some historical subjects concerning the political, social and cultural development of Ancien Régime, especially for Italian and European countries.
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Fruizione: 20702481 Storia moderna in Scienze storiche, del territorio e per la cooperazione internazionale L-42 ANDRETTA STEFANO

Programme

The lessons will mainly focus on the following topics: Europe and its interrelation with non-European worlds; Crisis and identity of modern Italy; Humanism and Renaissance; Protestant Reformation and Catholic Counter-Reformation; The old regime society: classes and classes; Economic models: the earth, work, finance and the market in the modern age; Political systems and their dynamics: empire, monarchies and republics; Family and demography; Literacy and culture; The birth of modern science; Enlightenment and reforms; The first industrial revolution; The American Revolution and the birth of the United States; French Revolution; the Napoleonic era and the Europe of nations.

Core Documentation



A) A university manual of modern history, chosen by the student :

1) F. Benigno, L’età moderna. Dalla scoperta dell’America alla Restaurazione, Roma-Bari, Laterza
2) C. Capra, Storia Moderna (1492-1848), Firenze, Le Monnier Università
3) G. Gullino-G. Muto-E.Stumpo, Il Mondo Moderno, Bologna, Monduzzi

B) P. Prodi, La storia moderna, Bologna, Il Mulino

Type of delivery of the course

Frontal lessons

Attendance

The frequency is strongly recommended.

Type of evaluation

Oral examination. The practical test is optional.