Western Civilization: A Brief History

by Jackson J. Spielvogel

Put the world today into context by learning about the past with this brief, best-selling Western Civilization text, which has helped thousands of students succeed in the course. Jackson Spielvogel's engaging writing style 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. Learning and study tools include maps, illustrated chapter summaries, timelines, study questions and key terms. Also available is MindTap for WESTERN CIVILIZATION: A BRIEF HISTORY, 10th Edition, an online digital learning experience that combines readings and interactive activities into a learning path that guides you through the course. The textbook is available in the following split options: WESTERN CIVILIZATION: A BRIEF HISTORY, 10th Edition Complete; Volume I: To 1715 and Volume II: Since 1500.

Genres: History, Textbooks, Nonfiction

864 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1999

Reviews

[Gabe Nowlin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good overview of all of history if you don’t care about the beginning or an accurate representation of biblical truths. Once you get past bc it begins to improve.

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[Greg · Rating 1 out of 5]

Terrible book.