This synthesis presents an accessible introduction to one of the major themes of 20th-century world history namely, the decolonization of Africa.

Covering the causes, The Second Republic, Franco and the end of the war, this is a concise text on a key topic, integrating narrative, questions, analysis, source evaluation and a guide to further reading.

Arguably one of the most important figures in nineteenth-century European history, Otto von Bismarck is well known for being the architect of the German Empire and for his fiery speechs. In addition, this dynamic statesman is also credited with developing
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Drawing on insights from other European curricular systems, this provocative book will contribute, in a timely way, to the debate on reformations of the National Curriculum. The text includes points for discussion and lists of further reading.

Drawing on insights from other European curricular systems, this provocative book will contribute, in a timely way, to the debate on reformations of the National Curriculum. The text includes points for discussion and lists of further reading.

An up-to-date and concise account of WWI for teachers and students looking for a balanced introduction. It details both the military operations as well as the development of war aims, alliance diplomacy and the war on the home front.

Wars create dramatic change in a very short period of time and are therefore fascinating to historians and general readers alike. This thorough, accessible work traces the role of warfare in world history and the dramatic consequences of these pivotal
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Athens and Sparta is a thorough and enjoyable text that makes the complexities of fifth-century Greek history and society clear. It encourages the reader to engage critically with the evidence, presenting a large selection of ancient source
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An accessible and scholarly study of an emperor  who was human and just  throughout his long reign which was frequently punctuated by wars with the northern tribes.

An accessible and concise introduction to European expansion overseas during the early modern period. It is the ideal guide to a controversial and essential topic of world history.