Periods of European History ...

'The Balance of Power, 1715-1789' by Arthur Hassall, part of the 'Periods of European History' series, offers a detailed examination of the intricate political and diplomatic landscape of 18th-century Europe. Hassall meticulously charts the shifting alliances, rivalries, and conflicts that defined the era, from the aftermath of the War of the Spanish Succession to the eve of the French Revolution.This volume delves into the complex relationships between major European powers, including Great Britain, France, Austria, Prussia, and Russia, analyzing their strategic objectives and the ways in which they sought to maintain or disrupt the balance of power. The book explores key events and developments such as the rise of Prussia under Frederick the Great, the expansion of Russia under Catherine the Great, and the ongoing colonial competition between Britain and France. Arthur Hassall provides valuable insights into the personalities and policies of the leading statesmen and monarchs who shaped the course of European history during this pivotal period.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.