Put the world today into context by learning about the past through this brief best-selling western civilization text that has helped thousands of students succeed in the course. Jack spielvogel s engaging style of writing 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. You will also be exposed to primary source documents--actual historical documents that are the foundation for the historical analysis you read in the chapter. These documents include letters poems and songs through history--documents that actually enliven the past. Throughout the book there are also helpful tools to help you digest the reading including outlines focus questions chronologies numerous maps and boldface key terms with definitions.Good condition: minimal damage to the cover dust jacket may not be included minimal wear to binding most of the pages undamaged e.G. Minimal creases or tears highlighting underlining acceptable on books as long as the text is readable and markings are not excessive no missing pages. May be a former library book with usual treatments e.G. Mylar covers call stickers stamps card pockets barcodes or remainder marks . Extra components such as cds dvds figurines or access codes are not included. Isbn: 9780495571490 isbn10: 0495571490 contributors: spielvogel jackson j.
