This book investigates the interconnectedness and development of the Atlantic world from the Age of Discovery through the 19th century. It examines the complex relationships between Europe, Africa, and the Americas, focusing on the exchange of goods, peoples, ideas, and diseases. The work aims to provide a comprehensive overview of this pivotal era in global history.

This historical survey is likely to be regarded as a comprehensive academic text, suitable for university-level study. Its broad chronological and geographical scope suggests a detailed examination of the major forces and events that defined the Atlantic world. The focus on interconnectedness indicates an approach that emphasizes comparative and transnational history.