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"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, includes questions for discussion throughout and concludes with a glossary of key terms. "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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Book category Books in English Humanities History History: earliest times to present day

• Full title: Western Civilization in a Global Context: Prehistory to the Enlightenment
• Subtitle: Sources and Documents
• Author: Kenneth L Campbell
• Language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 448
• EAN: 9781472530332
• ISBN: 1472530330
• ID: 04805457
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
• Weight: 770 g
• Dimensions: 173 × 244 × 24 mm
• Date of publishing: 24. September 2015

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