Hobsbawm's Age of Revolution

Eric Hobsbawm's "The Age of Revolution" examines the transformative period between 1789 and 1848, highlighting the impact of the French Revolution and the Industrial Revolution. Hobsbawm argues that these events reshaped society, politics, and the economy in Europe and beyond. The French Revolution inspired ideas of democracy and nationalism, while the Industrial Revolution brought technological advancements and urbanization, changing how people lived and worked. Together, they set the stage for modern society, influencing movements for social change, class struggles, and the rise of new ideologies. Hobsbawm frames this era as a pivotal moment in human history.