Economic Modernisation of France

<p>First published in 1975 <i>The Economic Modernisation of France</i> presents the study of economic developments in France between 1730 and 1880. This period is conceived as one of growth in production within pre-industrial economic structures succeeded from 1840-50 by rapid structural transformation and the creation of an industrial economy. Divided into four major parts it discusses themes like communication and the development of commerce; agriculture; industrial development; and population. Rich in primary sources this will be an essential read for scholars and researchers of French history European history economic history and history in general. </p>