modern history

A narrative history of the world since 1945, focusing on the themes of interconnection and separation that have marked the half-century since World War II.

An introductory history of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, with a fictional story involving children to depict the era.

Profiles seventeen young men and women, ranging in age from twelve to twenty-three, who had a large impact on world history.

Presents a cartoon history of the world from the pre-Columbus era in the new world to the American Revolution that represents various themes such as European exploration, renaissance, and reformation.

Traces and explores the recurring pursuit by governments of policies contrary to their own interests.

A collection of essays in which the authors examine various aspects of the sixteenth-century Reformation. Includes an appendix of excerpts from primary source documents, a bibliography, a chronology of events, and a comprehensive index.

Presents the political, social, and cultural trends of the first decade of the twenty-first century which included terrorist attacks, the first African American president, financial collapse, and inventions like the iPod and Facebook.

A chronology of the decade including world headlines, news, sport and arts, and science and technology.