A History of World Societies introduces students to the global past through social history and the stories and voices of the people who lived it. Now published by Bedford/St. Martin's, and informed by the latest scholarship, the book has been thoroughly revised with students in mind to meet the needs of the evolving course. Proven to work in the classroom, the book’s regional and comparative approach helps students understand the connections of global history while providing a manageable organization. With more global connections and comparisons, more documents, special features and activities that teach historical analysis, and an entirely new look, the ninth edition is the most teachable and accessible edition yet. Test drive a chapter today. Find out how. Download samples of Chapter 12 and Chapter 16. Or, read the preface.
The new Concise edition of A History of World Societies offers an accessible regional chapter structure, readability, and sustained attention to social history in a brief, affordable text.
The lively and accessible narrative and the hallmark focus on social and cultural history that has made A History of World Societies one of the most successful textbooks for the world history course is now available in a lower price format.
This edition includes more help with historical thinking skills, an expanded primary source program in print and online, and the best and latest scholarship throughout.
The lively and accessible narrative and the hallmark focus on social and cultural history that has made A History of World Societies one of the most successful textbooks for the world history course is now available in a lower price format.
A History of World Societies
This edition expands its coverage of non-Western regions with the expertise of author Patricia Ebrey, a noted historian who specializes in Asian history.
The Value edition is available packaged with LaunchPad, a new intuitive e-book and course space with LearningCurve adaptive quizzing and a wealth of activities and assessments that help students make progress towards learning outcomes.
A History of World Societies introduces students to the global past through social history and the stories and voices of the people who lived it.
Sources of World Societies is an expertly crafted collection of historical sources with a variety of global, cultural perspectives from around the world.
Sources of World Societies is an expertly crafted collection of historical sources with a variety of global, cultural perspectives from around the world.