A History of Western Society Volume 1 (Paperback, 12th Revised edition)

Praised by instructors and students alike for its readability and attention to everyday life, the twelfth edition of A History of Western Society includes many tools to engage students and save instructors time. This edition features a comprehensive primary source program, five chapters devoted to the lives of ordinary people that make the past real and relevant, and the best and latest scholarship throughout. Also available to purchase with LaunchPad, an online course space which offers a wealth of digital content including easily assignable options for instructors and novel ways for students to master the content. LearningCurve, integrated with Launchpad, is an adaptive online resource that helps students retain the material and come to class prepared. Key features: The signature focus on social and cultural history and a readable, accessible narrative makes the past palpable for students. A wealth of primary sources and special features introduce students to historical interpretation. Rich pedagogical support keeps students focused and builds historical thinking skills. The most current scholarship shows students the dynamic and ongoing work of history.