Birth of the Modern World: 1400-1700. The period in history ranging roughly from the years 1400 to 1700 saw great changes around the world, but particularly in Europe, where the Reformation, the Age of Enlightenment, the Renaissance, and even the Great Plague took place. In this paper, we will briefly examine the period and evaluate historians' claims that it was indeed the birth of the modern world. 4 pgs. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Pages: 4 Bibliography: 3 source(s) listed Filename: 10406 Birth Modern World.doc Price: 35.80