Resource: Europe in the ‘Age of Discovery’

Description

A resource which describes the social, technological and political background in Europe between the 15th and 18th centuries, which led to the voyages of exploration around the world. The origins of conditions from the 14th century and before provide context, whilst a detailed description of Europe’s interest in controlling the spice trade is provided.

This is an essential resource for any consideration of world explorations of the 15th to 18th centuries, as well as providing background context on the conditions which led to the settlement of Australia. This resource is complemented by the resources England in the ‘Age of Discovery’, Portugal in the ‘Age of Discovery’, and Spain in the ‘Age of Discovery’, which consider each of the main countries involved in these explorations, in turn.