An accessible textbook covering the heartland of Modern World History, including World War I, Nazi Germany, International Relations between 1919 and 1939, World War II, and the Cold War. It is suitable for pupils studying Modern World History for GCSE, IGCSE or S Grade or international syllabuses.
In these fifteen essays, one Of Germany's most distinguished philosophers of history invokes an extraordinary array of witnesses and texts to explore the concept of historical time. The witnesses include politicians, philosophers, theologians, and poets, and the texts range from Renaissance paintings to the dreams of German citizens in the 1930s. Using these remarkable materials, Koselleck investigates the relationship of history to language, and of language to the deeper movements of human understanding. Reviewers noted at the time the manner in which Koselleck played upon concepts of time and space in the construction of historical meaning.
For more than a quarter century Military History has provided its readers well-researched, engaging articles that educate as they entertain. In each issue our award-winning writers and historians reach back across the sweep of recorded human history, bringing to life the world's pivotal wars and warriors—profiling the great generals, assessing key conflicts, strolling hallowed ground, sharing the stories of the many and honoring the selfless sacrifice of a few. We also bring you up to date with the latest history news and reviews of the best writing in the genre. Our striking design blends select archival images with cutting-edge graphics and maps and lush illustrations.
The primary purposeof this volume is to make studying British history more interesting and enjoyable. It is to be realized in the threefold way: First, to give students an outline of British history; secondly, to put some flesh on the bare facts of the outline by the use of illustrative documents; thirdly, to explain a number of term connected with British history.
Published bi-monthly and beautifully designed, Inside History magazine provides insightful, interesting and practical features to our readers. Its 76 pages are overflowing with advice, articles and expert tips on genealogy, and stories on our varied history, from tales about century-old houses and country towns, to heritage gardens and the biographies of our famous (and infamous) citizens. Learn how to discover more about your ancestry, overcome roadblocks in your research, discover Australia and New Zealand’s social history and heritage, network with other genealogists, read the latest book and product reviews, and enter great competitions.
