The University of Chicago Readings in Western Civilization (nine volumes) makes available to students and teachers a unique selection of primary documents; many in new translations. These readings; prepared for the highly praised Western civilization sequence at the University of Chicago; were chosen by an outstanding group of scholars whose experience teaching that course spans almost four decades. Each volume includes rarely anthologized selections as well as standard; more familiar texts; a bibliography of recommended parallel readings; and introductions providing background for the selections. Beginning with Periclean Athens and concluding with twentieth-century Europe; these source materials enable teachers and students to explore a variety of critical approaches to important events and themes in Western history.Individual volumes provide essential background reading for courses covering specific eras and periods. The complete nine-volume series is ideal for general courses in history and Western civilization sequences.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Not bad for an educative assignment.By OliviaGI am not a huge history buff; but when I got assigned to read this book for a college class; I was not too disappointed. Kind of interesting and puts a new perspective on history lessons.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Quality good; information ok.By Jeff WoodMy book was in pretty good shape. I rented it and it was everything I needed. As far as the information goes; I think the author was severely biased in some ways; especially towards the end; but its written in a engaging way.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Pleasantly SuprisedBy John HickeySo this was the required text for my History class: US History from 1877. Its a survey class so we don't delve too deep into any one topic; neither does the text; which I appreciate because there is little to filter through and not a lot to skim over. I'm about 6 weeks into the course; and although I think having a really great professor has certainly influenced me; the text is not simply names and dates kind of text book. It appears a lot of time and effort was put into making this text a clear and honest telling of the story of America. As far as a text book goes; I'm impressed.
