history, modern

A two volume set that offers in-depth analysis of a broad range of historical documents and historic events that make up the story of a century during which slavery is abolished and the Industrial Revolution gives rise to the middle class.

An illustrated, encyclopedic overview of the prophecies, calendars, and theories that indicate the year 2012 is a threshold of great change for humanity.

Discusses the time period from 1783-1914, covering various empires, religions, cultural movements, developments, political alliances, and civilizations around the world, with detailed maps depicting expansion, migration, populations, and more. Includes teacher notes.

The Cold War was a time of ultimate technological military and political competition between the United States and the Soviet Union. Proxy wars were fought between countries supported by one of the two superpowers of the United States or the Soviet Union. The United States and Soviet Union put their powers to the test in the arms race and the space race. This book describes how the landscape of war was forever changed as these formidable forces pursued political power through technology and weapons.

Discusses the cultures and customs of the world since 1945.

Advancements in transportation, communication, and medicine made the world smaller, more connected, and more populated. This improved many lives but often brought nations into conflict.

A new edition for Paper 2, World History Topic 12: The Cold War: Superpower tensions and rivalries that provides in-depth content from topic experts, analysis of the historiography surrounding key debates, exam practice with model answers and practice questions, and more.

A companion text designed to provide support to students in the International Baccalaureate World History course.