Автор: Scott Parkinson Название: The Impact of Western Civilization on World History ISBN: 1516522206 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781516522200 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 112820.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: The Impact of Western Civilization on World History is a succinct outline of Western history and its effect on the world from the time of the ancient Greeks and Romans through the Cold War. It illustrates why students need to know about Western history and civilization and focuses attention on major periods and geographical areas. The selected readings cover the ancient world, including the Greeks and Romans. Subsequent units address the Byzantine Empire, the Rise and Expansion of Islam, imperialism in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, the American and French Revolutions, the Industrial Revolution, the New Imperialism, the two World Wars including the Russian Revolution, and the Cold War and its consequences.The concise presentation allows for greater retention by neatly avoiding the bulk of traditional books on the topics while still providing foundational knowledge and critical information. The Impact of Western Civilization on World History is suitable for history and world studies courses.
Автор: Kenneth L. Campbell Название: Western Civilization in a Global Context: Prehistory to the Enlightenment: Sources and Documents ISBN: 1472530330 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781472530332 Издательство: Bloomsbury Academic Рейтинг: Цена: 46450.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Western Civilization in a Global Context is a source collection that introduces a comparative element to the study of Western civilization, offering students an opportunity to explore non-Western perspectives. An interesting and provocative set of readings are included, from a range of primary sources, including official documents, historical writings, literary sources, letters, speeches, interviews as well as visual sources. These different sources are carefully selected with a view to generating class discussion and providing students with a sense of the different approaches historians might take to understanding the past.
Volume I covers prehistory to the Enlightenment, including sources that offer insight into the political, social, religious, cultural and intellectual history of this period. Topics covered include:
- The Rise of Rome - Byzantine Civilization - The Renaissance in Europe and China - Religious Reformation - European Expansion - The Scientific Revolution
To aid student engagement and understanding, the book begins with a guide to using primary sources and includes questions for discussion throughout. Western Civilization in a Global Context is the ideal companion for students who want to explore the contribution of non-Western cultures, and gain a more thorough understanding of the complex history of the world as a result.
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