…Europe, this distinct historical, cultural, economic, and potentially political entity, is presented here in its modern historical journey. From the dawn of modern times, that is, from the 14th century to the present day, an excellent servant of Clio, Edward Burns, presents the history and culture of Europe during modern times, when Europe cultivated its unique culture, exported it to the entire world, and shaped this world in its own image and likeness. From this perspective, it is a work that deserves the characterization "epic"; in the sense that it presents the achievements and accomplishments of Europeans from the time they emerged on the global stage of cultures to the present day…