Eyewitness to 1798

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This brief version of the comprehensive edition of WESTERN CIVILIZATION retains all of the best-selling features of the larger book in a condensed format. Three versions are available: Comprehensive (Chapters 1-29), Volume I: To 1715 (Chapters 1-15), and Volume II: Since 1500 (Chapters 13-29).

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good book.......2000-08-06

this is a good introductory book for western civilization. if u r new to the field of western civilization, then read this book before any more advanced or complicated books...

Western Civilization: A Brief History.......2000-06-15

I used Spielvogel's _Western Civilization: A Brief History_ when teaching a Humanities I course. _A Brief History_ is a shorter, paperback adaptation of Spielvogel's longer _Western Civilization_. Of the Western Civ texts I've used before (including the longer version of Spielvogel, I thought _A Brief History_ was the most successful. Spielvogel did a good job of choosing the most important historical events and cultural developments to include in his shorter version, at least those most likely to be included in a Western Civ course. Important information is clear both from subheadings and from the text itself, and short samples of primary texts that give students a taste of the past are included. Students also seemed to enjoy reading the _Brief History_ more other Western Civ texts I've taught. Women's history is well-represented. Only caveat: Because the text is a shorter version, not much of Asian, African, or Indian history is included.

Western Civilization With Infotrac: A Brief History

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Western Civilization With Infotrac: A Brief History
Jackson J. Spielvogel
Manufacturer: Wadsworth Publishing
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Documents of Western Civilization, Volume II (Since 1550), 3rd (Documents of Western Civilization)
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ASIN: 0534627218

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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. Jack Spielvogel's engaging, chronological narrative weaves the political, economic, social, religious, intellectual, cultural, and military aspects of history into a gripping story that is as memorable as it is instructive. Each chapter offers a substantial introduction and conclusion that sparks students' imaginations by giving them a context within which to understand these disparate themes. And while the single-author narrative makes it easy for students to follow the story of Western civilization, Spielvogel has included dozens of maps and primary sources--including official documents, poems, and songs--that enliven the past while introducing students to the challenges involved in interpreting history. This edition includes substantial new material on world history to show students the impact of other parts of the world on Western civilization and is now the BRIEFEST of the leading brief Western civilization texts. Available in the following split options: WESTERN CIVILIZATION: A BRIEF HISTORY, Third Edition (Chapters 1-29), ISBN: 0-534-62721-8; WESTERN CIVILIZATION: A BRIEF HISTORY, Volume I: To 1715, Third Edition (Chapters 1-16), ISBN: 0-534-62722-6; WESTERN CIVILIZATION: A BRIEF HISTORY, Volume II: Since 1500, Third Edition (Chapters 13-29), ISBN: 0-534-62723-4.

The Black Death: The Great Mortality of 1348-1350: A Brief History with Documents (The Bedford Series in History and Culture)

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The Black Death: The Great Mortality of 1348-1350: A Brief History with Documents (The Bedford Series in History and Culture)
John Aberth
Manufacturer: Palgrave Macmillan
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Binding: Hardcover

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The Black Death and the Transformation of the West (European History Series)

ASIN: 1403968020
Release Date: 2005-02-10

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A fascinating account of the phenomenon known as the Black Death, this volume offers a wealth of documentary material focused on the initial outbreak of the plague that ravaged the world in the 14th century. A comprehensive introduction that provides important background on the origins and spread of the plague is followed by nearly 50 documents organized into topical sections that focus on the origin and spread of the illness; the responses of medical practitioners; the societal and economic impact; religious responses; the flagellant movement and attacks on Jews provoked by the plague; and the artistic response. Each chapter has an introduction that summarizes the issues explored in the documents; headnotes to the documents provide additional background material. The book contains documents from many countries - including Muslim and Byzantine sources - to give students a variety of perspectives on this devastating illness and its consequences. The volume also includes illustrations, a chronology of the Black Death, and questions to consider.

A Brief History of the Western World (with CD-ROM and InfoTrac )

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A Brief History of the Western World (with CD-ROM and InfoTrac )
Thomas H. Greer , and Gavin Lewis
Manufacturer: Wadsworth Publishing
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0534642365

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Greer/Lewis's A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE WESTERN WORLD gives you a comprehensive view of the development of Western civilization in half the pages of other texts. Each chapter provides broad coverage of political, social, cultural, and religious themes. Includes a CD-ROM and access to an online university library.

A Brief History of Western Civilization: The Unfinished Legacy, Combined Volume (5th Edition) (MyHistoryLab Series)

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Great History Book

A Brief History of Western Civilization: The Unfinished Legacy, Combined Volume (5th Edition) (MyHistoryLab Series)
Mark Kishlansky , Patrick Geary , and Patricia O'Brien
Manufacturer: Longman
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Great History Book.......2007-06-09

A Brief History of Western Civilization is a great history book. It not only gives the facts but delves into what was happening in the background of history. The layout is easy to follow and the book includes some great maps, charts, pictures, etc.

The only reason this book isn't getting 5 stars is because it's too big, heavy but flimsy which makes it difficult to take care of, especially lugging back and forth in a book bag.

Western Civilization: A Brief History, Volume I: To 1715 (with CD-ROM and InfoTrac®)

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Great Book

Western Civilization: A Brief History, Volume I: To 1715 (with CD-ROM and InfoTrac®)
Jackson J. Spielvogel
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ASIN: 0534627226

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Take a fascinating look at western civilization that reveals the diversity and richness of the human experience! Explore Duiker and Spielvogel's brief, best-selling WESTERN CIVILIZATION: A BRIEF HISTORY, VOLUME I, TO 1715 and discover the common challenges and experiences that unite the human pastÂ¿and inform the future. The authors 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. In each chapter, you'll find introductions and conclusions that give you a context within which to understand these disparate themes. And the authors include dozens of maps and primary sources--including official documents, poems, and songs--that enliven the past while introducing you to the challenges involved in interpreting history.

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Great Book.......2007-09-08

This is a great textbook for Western Civ. I. Very easy & interesting to read & understand.

Western Civilization: A Brief History : From the 1400s

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Western Civilization: A Breif History 5th ed.
Western Civilization

Western Civilization: A Brief History : From the 1400s
Marvin Perry
Manufacturer: Houghton Mifflin Company
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ASIN: 0618370331

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Western Civilization: A Breif History 5th ed........2005-09-30

I thought the sescription said "very good condition" or "like new", but there is excessive highlighting and pen marks in the beginning of the book.

Western Civilization.......2005-08-03

The description of this book was horrible. I thought I was ordering the actual textbook and instead received the workbook. Also, it wasn't even the workbook to the textbook that had been described on the site.

Western Civilization: A Brief History, Volume II: Since 1500 (with CD-ROM and InfoTrac®)

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Liked Vol. I better

Western Civilization: A Brief History, Volume II: Since 1500 (with CD-ROM and InfoTrac®)
Jackson J. Spielvogel
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ASIN: 0534627234

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Take a fascinating look at western civilization that reveals the diversity and richness of the human experience! Explore Duiker and Spielvogel's brief, best-selling WESTERN CIVILIZATION: A BRIEF HISTORY, VOLUME II, SINCE 1500 and discover the common challenges and experiences that unite the human pastÂ¿and inform the future. The authors 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. In each chapter, you'll find introductions and conclusions that give you a context within which to understand these disparate themes. And the authors include dozens of maps and primary sources--including official documents, poems, and songs--that enliven the past while introducing you to the challenges involved in interpreting history.

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Liked Vol. I better.......2006-12-27

I thought Vol. I was much easier to follow. Vol. II jumped from one event to another and not necessarily in order. For example, one paragraph talks about Hitler committing suicide; two paragraphs later the Holocaust is discussed. I found it hard to read.

Western Civilization: A Brief History Volume I: To 1789

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Marvin Perry
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ASIN: 0618370323

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Marvin Perry presents, once agian, a comprehensive and engaging narrative of European history in the fifth edition of Western Civilization: A Breif History. Presented within a political narrative and emphasizing the history of ideas, the fifth edition has been revised to incorporate current events, the most recent scholarship, and a broaderview of Europe and its place in the world. The brevity of the text appeals to students and allows room for assignment of additonal readings.

Humanities in Western Culture, Brief Revised Fourth Edition

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PERFECT!

Humanities in Western Culture, Brief Revised Fourth Edition
Robert C. Lamm , and Robert Lamm
Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages
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Designed to for a one-semester Western humanities course, this concise text offers a lavishly produced art program and abridged literary selections. The revised fourth edition has been updated throughout and now includes a unit on the twenty-first century.

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PERFECT!.......2007-05-13

More than what I expected! Every artist should have one - it relates history periods to cultures then units all the arts together so you can have perfect understanding of it as a whole. Really fantastic! Full of information!

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Models of the regular and semiregular polyhedral solids have fascinated people for centuries. The Greeks knew the simplest of them. Since then the range of figures has grown; 75 are known today and are called, more generally, â€~uniformâ€™ polyhedra. The author describes simply and carefully how to make models of all the known uniform polyhedra and some of the stellated forms. Fully illustrated with drawings and photographs, this is the first practical guide to making these intricate and beautiful solids.

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polyhedron models.......2005-10-28

My 8th grade math teacher let me borrow this book for the summer. I enjoyed making the modles, some of the more complex ones I havent been able to do but most are farly simple and easy to compleat with pacence

The definitive guide to uniform polyhedra.......2000-06-13

This book contains a detailed description of how to make (paper) models of each of the 75 uniform polyhedra, as well as some stellated polyhedra. Wenninger's descriptive and precise writing style is invaluable--his advice on construction methods and techniques are right on the mark. In nearly all cases, he provides sufficient data to allow the reader to draw his/her own templates, but especially in the most complex polyhedra the facial plane data is lacking, most likely because it is too lengthy to include. I would like to have seen more math in this text, and larger photographs. Otherwise, this is a must-have book for anyone interested in polyhedra.

The most definitive modern work of polyhedra I've seen.......1998-07-03

I have been fascinated with these structures since my disciovery of this book in 1980. Magnus is a fine builder of models and a competent teacher. The explanations for building each model are concise. I also compliment the photographer. As one begins to understand the underlying principles of these solids, a vast array of options present themselves as topics of further study.

Let patience (and beautiful models) be your reward-.......1996-12-19

Since I discovered this book, I've easily spent hundreds of hours building these wonderful polyhedra. With a good general guide to model building and clear instructions, patterns and pictures of the completed model -- the book provides the raw material for a great hobby. The completed models are a continuing fascination, the relations between polyhedra and their symmetry can really only be appreciated when you have the models in your hands. While I loved building some of the over 120 models, it requires patience, a steady hand and practice.

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Polyhedron Models
Magnus J. Wenninger
Manufacturer: Cambridge University Press
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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000J1CCME

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Polyhedron Models for the Classroom
Magnus J. Wenninger
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