The Global Experience: Readings in World History Since 1550, Volume II: 2 - Softcover

For courses in World History. Broad in scope and integrative in perspective, this two-volume anthology offers a brief, balanced collection of challenging, but accessible, primary materials in World History. Organized chronologically, drawn from a variety of genres, and focused on global themes, the selections are genuinely representative of diverse civilizations at different points of their development. Careful editing of selections ensures that the meaning and flavor of each are retained, and that students are not overwhelmed by unfamiliar styles and language. Clear, concise introductions-to each selection and to groups of selections-put each reading into context and relate it to other readings.