A brilliant historical narrative of London, Paris and New York in the Age of Revolution, just as they were transforming into the great global cities we know them to be today.
Praise for 1848: Year of Revolution
'Impeccable . . . punctuated by vivid set pieces' Literary Review
'A lively, panoramic new history' New York Times
'An ambitious and wide-ranging book . . . Those who want a readable, informed and vibrant account of a crucial time in European history should look no further' Independent Weekly
'This lively history gives an impressive overview and examines how these insurrections shaped modern Europe' Scotland on Sunday
'Mike Rapport describes how urbans geography shaped mass politics and how cities again became the great stages of politics...a skilful addition to 'Atlantic history'