The Shaping of Western Civilization, Volume I: From Antiquity to the Mid-Eighteenth Century
- ISBN-10
- 1442607580
- ISBN-13
- 9781442607583
- Category
- History
- Pages
- 352
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2013-12-16
- Publisher
- University of Toronto Press
- Author
- Michael Bürger
Description
Michael Burger's goal in this inexpensive overview is to provide a brief, historical narrative of Western civilization. Not only does its length and price separate this text from the competition, but its no-frills, uncluttered format and well-written, one-authored approach make it a valuable asset for every history student. The Shaping of Western Civilization: From Antiquity to the Mid-Eighteenth Century begins with the ancient Near East and ends with the mid-eighteenth century. Unlike other textbooks that pile on dates and facts, Shaping is a more coherent and interpretive presentation. Burger's skills as writer and synthesizer will enable students to obtain the background required to ask meaningful questions of primary sources. In addition to suggestions for further reading, this overview includes over 40 images and 14 maps.
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