World history : journeys from past to present /
Goucher, Candice
World history : journeys from past to present / Candice Goucher, [and] Linda Walton - Second Edition - London : Routledge, c2013. - xxviii, 736 pages : colored illustrations ; 25 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Part I Emergence (Human origins to 500 CE) -- Part II Order (1 ce to 1500 ce) -- Part III Connections (500-1600 ce) -- Part IV Bridging worlds (1300-1800 ce) -- Part V Transforming lives (1500-1900) -- Part VI Forging a global community (1800-present).
World History: Journeys from Past to Present uses common themes to present an integrated and comprehensive survey of human history from its origins to the present day. By weaving together thematic and regional perspectives in coherent chronological narratives, Goucher and Walton transform the overwhelming sweep of the human past into a truly global story that is relevant to the contemporary issues of our time.
The expanded new edition features an impressive full-color design with a host of illustrations, maps and primary source excerpts integrated throughout. Chapter opening timelines supply context for the material ahead, while end of chapter questions and annotated additional resources provide students with the tools for independent study. Each chapter and part boast introductory and summary essays that guide the reader in comprehending the relevant theme.
In addition, the companion website offers a range of resources including an interactive historical timeline, an indispensable study skills section for students, tips for teaching and learning thematically, and PowerPoint slides, lecture material and discussion questions in a password protected area for instructors. This textbook provides a basic introduction for all students of World History, incorporating thematic perspectives that encourage critical thinking, link to globally relevant contemporary issues, and stimulate further study.
9780415669993
WORLD HISTORY--TEXTBOOKS
D 21 .G46 2013
World history : journeys from past to present / Candice Goucher, [and] Linda Walton - Second Edition - London : Routledge, c2013. - xxviii, 736 pages : colored illustrations ; 25 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Part I Emergence (Human origins to 500 CE) -- Part II Order (1 ce to 1500 ce) -- Part III Connections (500-1600 ce) -- Part IV Bridging worlds (1300-1800 ce) -- Part V Transforming lives (1500-1900) -- Part VI Forging a global community (1800-present).
World History: Journeys from Past to Present uses common themes to present an integrated and comprehensive survey of human history from its origins to the present day. By weaving together thematic and regional perspectives in coherent chronological narratives, Goucher and Walton transform the overwhelming sweep of the human past into a truly global story that is relevant to the contemporary issues of our time.
The expanded new edition features an impressive full-color design with a host of illustrations, maps and primary source excerpts integrated throughout. Chapter opening timelines supply context for the material ahead, while end of chapter questions and annotated additional resources provide students with the tools for independent study. Each chapter and part boast introductory and summary essays that guide the reader in comprehending the relevant theme.
In addition, the companion website offers a range of resources including an interactive historical timeline, an indispensable study skills section for students, tips for teaching and learning thematically, and PowerPoint slides, lecture material and discussion questions in a password protected area for instructors. This textbook provides a basic introduction for all students of World History, incorporating thematic perspectives that encourage critical thinking, link to globally relevant contemporary issues, and stimulate further study.
9780415669993
WORLD HISTORY--TEXTBOOKS
D 21 .G46 2013
