The 17th century was characterized by the following events ... A large percentage of Europeans lived on farms or in small villages in the 1500s and 1600s. There were constant threats of crop failure ...

As Europeans extended their power and reach across the globe in the 16th century, collections of all sorts of curiosities and artifacts from around the world became the rage throughout Europe. Inside ...

we lament a friendship lost," Carney said. Read more. This is a preview of The 1600—Tap here to get this newsletter delivered straight to your inbox.