The French Revolution is one of the most significant events in world history. So much has been written about it that it can be difficult to find a good place to start exploring the subject. Well, look no more. William Doyle has written a terrific introduction to the topic that is wonderful in its scope and yet concise. In this book he is more concerned with why the French Revolution mattered and has continued to matter, that with a retelling of what happened.
Only introduction to the Russian Revolution to be written after the fall of Communism
New sources and archives made available since the fall of Communism are used as sources in Smith's introduction making most up-to date introduction available
Concise, accessible, and illustrated introduction to key moment in Soviet history
Treats all aspects and effects of the revolution, from political to social and economic developments
Controversial new perspectives, indicating the Bolsheviks had real choices and their decisions helped bring about Stalinism.
The Industrial Revolution in America: Automobiles, Mining and Petroleum, Textiles
This book draws on the latest research to tell the stories of the industry that started the United States down the road toward economic revolution (textiles), the industry that represented the revolution's ultimate destination (automobiles), and the industry that fueled the journey by turning the nation's natural resources into sources of wealth and power.
This is an excellent adjunct to American and world history units and classes on economics and labor movements. The primary documents meet the needs of student researchers. Recommended for school and public libraries.
