Early Modern and Modern European History
The Leiden Institute of History approaches early modern and modern European history from comparative and transnational perspectives.
With expertise ranging from social and economic to political and cultural history, we pursue numerous national and international collaborations to study the breadth of Europe's past, frequently placing our continent in global contexts.
News
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Spanish village full of Leiden residents: dozens of textile workers once migrated to Guadalajara -
Leiden mayor visits Humanities: ‘The diversity of subjects is fantastic’ -
Additional funding for five experimental and innovative research projects -
‘In the second half of the eighteenth century, decisions were made in the stadtholder’s audience chamber.’ -
Herman Paul new Scientific Director of the Institute of History: ‘A good working atmosphere is important’
In the Media
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Eric Storm featured in Spanish media about his new book Nationalism -
Nationalism by Eric Storm reviewed in Spanish newspapers -
Nationalism by Eric Storm in several Spanish newspapers -
Eric Storm’s Nationalism in Merdika: ‘A fresh lens on global history’ -
Eric Storm on BBC Brasil: 'Trump’s unilateral approach signals a dangerous precedent'