The publications of the Institute of European History examine the historical foundations of Europe from the early modern period (c. 1500) to the present. They explore the movements and forces that have shaped the continent and the cultural construct of “Europe.” Through monographs and edited volumes, the series engages with innovative approaches in historical research on Europe, debates scholarly controversies, and thus opens up new academic perspectives. The series addresses cultural and religious history, societal and political developments in Europe, as well as its relations with the wider world. Chronologically, its volumes span from the Reformation to contemporary history. The interdisciplinarity of both the authors and the topics makes the series an outstanding forum for scholarly dialogue across national and disciplinary boundaries.