A History of World Societies Volume 1: To 1715

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More than any other text A History of World Societies introduces students to the families foods workplaces religions and diversions of peoples of the past through lively descriptive writing and extensive primary sources that give voice to a wide range of individuals. This hallmark treatment of social history combines with strong political cultural and economic coverage and a clear easy-to-manage organization to provide students with the most vivid account available of what life was like throughout human history. The Eighth Edition welcomes to the author team Merry Wiesner-Hanks and Clare Crowston experienced world-history teachers and highly regarded scholars who bring additional attention to gender and cultural history. It also expands the texts global perspective by strengthening coverage of non-Western topics and comparisons among world societies. A fresh colorful look and a completely new map program showcase a narrative that the authors judiciously shortened for even greater power and accessibility. Bedford/St. Martins is proud to have recently acquired the stellar McKay franchise in World History and Western Civilization. These wonderful books fit well with our publishing philosophy at Bedford/St. Martins emphasizing innovation quality and a focus on the needs of students and instructors. We hope to contribute to their future success with the care and attention to detail we give every book we publish.