Peter N.Stearns
World Past to World Present: A Sketch of Global History
World Past to World Present: A Sketch of Global History
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ExcellentWorld Past to World Present: A Sketch of Global History offers a concise and present-focused treatment of human history, emphasizing the importance of contacts and exchanges among different cultures and economies, and comparing major regional societies. It connects past developments to contemporary global patterns and problems, encouraging students to understand the importance of studying history and offering instructors a systematic summary coverage with varied supplementary reading.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 02 September 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
World Past to World Present: A Sketch of Global History is a comprehensive and engaging treatment of human history, spanning from the emergence of agriculture to the significant developments since World War II. This accessible and concise text offers a real but selective account of the human experience, emphasizing the significance of cultural interactions and economic exchanges up to contemporary globalization. Consistent attention is devoted to comparing major regional societies, providing a broader framework within the narrative.
Peter N. Stearns, the author, aims to connect past developments to current global patterns and problems, striking a balance between significant changes and enduring continuities. Key features of the book include:
• A no-frills approach to an expansive span of human history, making it accessible to students of various backgrounds.
• Encourages students to understand the importance of studying history by focusing on aspects of the past that are relevant in assessing the current state of the world.
• Invites instructors to combine systematic summary coverage with diverse supplementary reading to enhance the learning experience.
• Nine maps illustrate significant movements and civilizations throughout the world, aiding in visual comprehension and understanding of global historical events.
Truly international in scope, World Past to World Present has been specifically designed as a core text for Global History survey courses. It offers a comprehensive and insightful perspective on human history, fostering a deeper understanding of our past and its implications for the present and future.
Weight: 516g
Dimension: 152 x 228 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032052618
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