Western Civilization: A Brief History, Volume II
- ISBN-10
- 130588843X
- ISBN-13
- 9781305888432
- Series
- Western Civilization
- Category
- History
- Pages
- 560
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2016-01-01
- Publisher
- Cengage Learning
- Author
- Jackson J. Spielvogel
Description
This brief, best-selling Western Civilization text has helped thousands of students learn about the world they live in by exploring the story of its past. Jackson Spielvogel’s engaging chronological narrative and extensive inclusion of primary source documents weave the political, economic, social, religious, intellectual, cultural, and military aspects of history into a gripping story that is as memorable as it is instructive. This edition includes new historiographical sections along with updated scholarship and new images. The textbook is available in the following split options: WESTERN CIVILIZATION: A BRIEF HISTORY, 9th EDITION COMPLETE, VOLUME I: TO 1715, and VOLUME II: SINCE 1500. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
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