A History of the World: From the 20th to the 21st Century 2nd Edition by J.A.S.

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE A History of the World by J.A.S. Grenville The world since 1900 has witnessed global change on an immense scale. This title provides a comprehensive survey of the key events and personalities during this period. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This second edition has been thoroughly updated and includes discussions on 9/11 and the second Gulf War, and takes into account the latest historical research. A comprehensive survey of the key events and personalities of this period throughout the world, it includes discussion on topics such as: the rivalry between European nations from 1900--1914 the Depression and the rise of Fascism during the 1920s and 1930s the global impact of the Cold War decolonization and its effects the continuing conflict in the Middle East. A History of the World provides a fascinating and authoritative account of the world since 1900, for general readers and students of world history alike. Back Cover This latest addition to the History of the Worldpublications has been thoroughly updated and includes discussions on 9/11 and the second Gulf War, and takes into account the latest historical research.A comprehensive survey of the key events and personalities of this period throughout the world, it includes discussion on topics such as:- the rivalry between European nations from 1900-1914- the Depression and the rise of Fascism during the 1920s and 1930s- the global impact of the Cold War- decolonization and its effects- the continuing conflict in the Middle East.Providing a fascinating and authoritative account of the world since 1900, A History of the World is essential reading for general readers and students of world history alike. Author Biography J.A.S. Grenville is Professor of Modern History, Emeritus at the University of Birmingham. He is the author of a number of books, including Europe Reshaped, 1848-1878 (1999) and is co-editor of The Major International Treaties of the Twentieth Century: A History and Guide with Texts (2000). Table of Contents Prologue: The World from the Twentieth to the Twenty-First Century 1. Social Change and National Rivalry in Europe, 1900–1914 2. Beyond Europe: The Shifting Balance of Global Power 3. The Great War, Revolution and the Search for Stability 4. The Continuing World Crisis, 1929–1939 5. The Second World War 6. Post-War Europe, 1945–1947 7. The United States and the Beginning of the Cold War, 1945–1948 8. The Transformation of Asia, 1945–1955 9. The Ending of European Dominance in the Middle East, 1919–1980 10. The Cold War: Superpower Confrontation, 1948–1964 11. The Recovery of Western Europe in the 1950s and 1960s 12. Who will Liberate the Third World? 1954–1968 13. Two Faces of Asia: After 1949 14. Latin America after 1945: Problems Unresolved 15. Africa after 1945: Conflict and the Threat of Famine 16. The United States and the Soviet Bloc after 1963: The Great Transformation 17. Western Europe Gathers Strength: After 1968 18. Global Change: From the Twentieth to the Twenty-First Century. Short Bibliography. Index Review Praise for the first edition:This book by the masterful international relations historian, Grenville, already finds primacy of place in the reading lists of most university courses as the single definitive history of this century. – The Journal of the United Service Insitution of IndiaThis is an excellent overview for sixth formers or undergraduates. – Catholic HeraldMagnificently detailed, brilliantly written. An extraordinarily readable global history. – Parade MagazinePraise for this edition:To gain a better understanding of the world we live in, A History of the World is essential reading material and an obligatory purchase for the libraries of all tertiary institutions, as well as the bookshelves of those involved in the subject. – F.A.Mouton, University of South Africa"Follows a relatively new trend among historians to abandon their sometimes narrow parochialism in favour of world history his volume deals with more thematic issues like industrialization, the empowerment of women, the rise of environmental concerns and multinational corporations." - Foreign Affairs"Magnificently detailed, brilliantly written...An extraordinarily readable global history." - Parade Magazine Review Quote "Follows a relatively new trend among historians to abandon their sometimes narrow parochialism in favour of world history his volume deals with more thematic issues like industrialization, the empowerment of women, the rise of environmental concerns and multinational corporations." - Foreign Affairs "Magnificently detailed, brilliantly written...An extraordinarily readable global history." - Parade Magazine Details ISBN0415289556 Author J.A.S. Grenville Short Title HIST OF THE WORLD FROM 2-REV/E Language English ISBN-10 0415289556 ISBN-13 9780415289559 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 909.82 Year 2005 Imprint Routledge Subtitle From the 20th to the 21st Century Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Edition 2nd Birth 1928 Residence Birmingham, AL, US Textbook 1 Replaced by 9780415494373 DOI 10.1604/9780415289559 UK Release Date 2005-06-09 AU Release Date 2005-06-09 NZ Release Date 2005-06-09 Pages 1012 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Edition Description 2nd edition Publication Date 2005-06-09 Alternative 9780415289542 Illustrations 25 Line drawings, black and white; 60 Illustrations, black and white Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! 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