Early modern Europe is know for many great

accomplishments such as, the colonization of

America, the advancement in theatre, and the

invention of the movable type printing.

History of Early Modern EuropeThe period is noted for

provoking The French Wars of Religion and the Thirty Years’ War.

Science and advancement in technology became a

formal practice.

The Age of Enlightenment also said to be the Age of Reason was

happening in Europe during this time. The

growth of logic, ethics and rationality lead to the French and American

revolutions and the rise of liberalism.

Map of 16th century Europe

Early Modern Europe and EnglandThe Elizabethan Era refers to the period between

1558-1603 during the reign of

Queen Elizabeth I (pictured below)

in England.

The Elizabethan Era is greatly know for its

literature. The literature of this time ranged from romance to realism but was primarily dominated

by romance.

Under Queen Elizabeth I England

became a protestant country. This lead to

the Anglo-Spanish War (1585-1603).

In 1665 England suffered from a break out of the Bubonic Plague.

Elizabethan’s reign saw a great increase in literacy and achievements in arts.

England established “Poor Laws” which

provided relief for those who were too old or ill

to work.

Wool trade became very

important, and with it came “ wool

churches”. Inscriptions can be found inside churches that read:

“I thank God and ever shall, for it was the

sheep that paid for all”

Daily Life in Elizabethan England

Houses became more about

comfort and less about defense. They began to

have more windows.

Woodwork became very popular in

churches and houses.

During the Elizabethan Era the English built a reputation for

cleanliness.

(Housing and Work)

Feather bedding began to

replace the straw

mattress .

Daily Life in Elizabethan England(Food and Entertainment)

Many new foods were introduced to the English during this era. Among those were chili

peppers, pumpkins, coffee, and avocados.

Lower class consumed mostly bread, beer, dairy

products, and porridge.

Meals for the upper class and nobility were very elaborate. They primarily consumed meat and the presentation of the food was just

as important as the food itself.

Plays became extremely

popular and the English

constructed many theaters. The

most famous of them was The

Globe (pictured left).

William Shakespeare is

the most famous

playwright to come out of Elizabethan

England.