A History of World Societies, Value Edition, Volume 1

A History of World Societies, Value Edition, Volume 1
Author: Merry E. Wiesner-Hanks
Publisher: Macmillan Higher Education
Total Pages: 560
Release: 2017-09-22
Genre: History
ISBN: 1319070264

The lively and accessible narrative and the hallmark focus on social and cultural history that has made A History of World Societies one of the most successful textbooks for the world history course is now available in a lower price format. The two-color Value Edition includes the full narrative, the popular "Individuals in Society" feature, and select images and maps.

A History of World Societies, Combined Volume

A History of World Societies, Combined Volume
Author: John P. McKay
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 1198
Release: 2011-10-05
Genre: History
ISBN: 0312666918

A History of World Societies introduces students to the global past through social history and the stories and voices of the people who lived it. The book’s regional and comparative approach helps students understand the connections of global history while providing a manageable organization. With global connections and comparisons, documents, features and activities that teach historical analysis.

A History of World Societies, Value Edition, Volume 2

A History of World Societies, Value Edition, Volume 2
Author: Merry E. Wiesner-Hanks
Publisher: Macmillan Higher Education
Total Pages: 1244
Release: 2017-09-22
Genre: History
ISBN: 1319070272

The lively and accessible narrative and the hallmark focus on social and cultural history that has made A History of World Societies one of the most successful textbooks for the world history course is now available in a lower price format. The two-color Value Edition includes the full narrative, the popular "Individuals in Society" feature, and select images and maps.

Sources of World Societies, Volume 1

Sources of World Societies, Volume 1
Author: Merry E. Wiesner-Hanks
Publisher: Macmillan Higher Education
Total Pages: 392
Release: 2020-08-26
Genre:
ISBN: 1319303595

Sources of World Societies is an expertly crafted collection of historical sources with a variety of global, cultural perspectives from around the world.

A History of World Societies, Concise, Volume 1

A History of World Societies, Concise, Volume 1
Author: Merry E. Wiesner-Hanks
Publisher: Macmillan Higher Education
Total Pages: 1425
Release: 2017-09-15
Genre: History
ISBN: 1319070175

The new Concise edition of A History of World Societies offers an accessible regional chapter structure, readability, and sustained attention to social history in a brief, affordable text. The Concise Edition features the full narrative of the comprehensive edition, as well as a selection of features and tools to engage today's students and save instructors time. Robust primary sources in print and online help students with historical thinking skills.

Sources of World Societies, Volume 2

Sources of World Societies, Volume 2
Author: Merry E. Wiesner-Hanks
Publisher: Macmillan Higher Education
Total Pages: 462
Release: 2020-08-26
Genre:
ISBN: 1319304001

Sources of World Societies is an expertly crafted collection of historical sources with a variety of global, cultural perspectives from around the world.

What is Gender History?

What is Gender History?
Author: Sonya O. Rose
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 158
Release: 2013-04-22
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0745659098

This book provides a short and accessible introduction to the field of gender history, one that has vastly expanded in scope and substance since the mid 1970s. Paying close attention to both classic texts in the field and the latest literature, the author examines the origins and development of the field and elucidates current debates and controversies. She highlights the significance of race, class and ethnicity for how gender affects society, culture and politics as well as delving into histories of masculinity. The author discusses in a clear and straightforward manner the various methods and approaches used by gender historians. Consideration is given to how the study of gender illuminates the histories of revolution, war and nationalism, industrialization and labor relations, politics and citizenship, colonialism and imperialism using as examples research dealing with the histories of a number of areas across the globe. Written by one of the leading scholars in this vibrant field, What is Gender History? will be the ideal introduction for students of all levels.

World History

World History
Author: Eugene Berger
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2014
Genre: Electronic book
ISBN:

Annotation World History: Cultures, States, and Societies to 1500 offers a comprehensive introduction to the history of humankind from prehistory to 1500. Authored by six USG faculty members with advance degrees in History, this textbook offers up-to-date original scholarship. It covers such cultures, states, and societies as Ancient Mesopotamia, Ancient Israel, Dynastic Egypt, India's Classical Age, the Dynasties of China, Archaic Greece, the Roman Empire, Islam, Medieval Africa, the Americas, and the Khanates of Central Asia. It includes 350 high-quality images and maps, chronologies, and learning questions to help guide student learning. Its digital nature allows students to follow links to applicable sources and videos, expanding their educational experience beyond the textbook. It provides a new and free alternative to traditional textbooks, making World History an invaluable resource in our modern age of technology and advancement.

What is Media Archaeology?

What is Media Archaeology?
Author: Jussi Parikka
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2013-04-23
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0745661394

This cutting-edge text offers an introduction to the emerging field of media archaeology and analyses the innovative theoretical and artistic methodology used to excavate current media through its past. Written with a steampunk attitude, What is Media Archaeology? examines the theoretical challenges of studying digital culture and memory and opens up the sedimented layers of contemporary media culture. The author contextualizes media archaeology in relation to other key media studies debates including software studies, German media theory, imaginary media research, new materialism and digital humanities. What is Media Archaeology? advances an innovative theoretical position while also presenting an engaging and accessible overview for students of media, film and cultural studies. It will be essential reading for anyone interested in the interdisciplinary ties between art, technology and media.