Turning points in world history

Contains twenty essays in which the authors examine the significance of the 1920s in American history, discussing the rise of the consumer society, the effects of prohibition, changes in American culture, political repression, racism, the teaching of evolution, and the stock market crash.

Contains sixteen essays in which the authors examine issues related to the war on terrorism, discussing events leading up to the terrorist attack on the U.S. on September 11, 2001, the nature of the conflict, domestic antiterrorism efforts, and the next phase of the war.

Presents an overview of the technological revolution, and features a selection of essays that examine the history and identification of computer technology, technology's effects on business and industry, and the technology of the future. Includes discussion questions and a chronology.

A collection of essays which study the social, political, scientific, and military developments which took place during the early Middle Ages.

Explores the political, social, military, and scientific trends and developments that led to the rise and fall of the ancient Egyptian civilization.

A collection of essays that examine the influence slavery had on American history, politics, literature, and culture.

Provides an overview of the scientific revolution which took place primarily in the seventeenth century, and contains over twenty essays that discuss the roots of the scientific revolution, examine the thinking of key people in the movement, and consider the legacy of science.

Presents a collection of essays that provide a historical overview of the treatment of Jews and discusses the role of various individuals and specific events leading to the creation of the state of Israel in 1948.

Uses excerpts from primary sources such as speeches, books, and magazine articles to develop the debates and various arguments surrounding the creation of the United States Constitution.

A collection of essays that examine how the Great Depression affected the social, political, and economic atmosphere of the United States.