While world history materials date back to prehistoric times; the field itself is relatively young. Indeed; when the first edition of Peter Stearns’s best-selling World History in Documents was published in 1998; world history was poised for explosive growth; with the College Board approving the AP world history curriculum in 2000; and the exam shortly thereafter. At the university level; survey world history courses are increasingly required for history majors; and graduate programs in world history are multiplying in the U.S. and overseas.World events have changed as rapidly as the field of world history itself; making the long-awaited second edition of World History in Documents especially timely. In addition to including a new preface; focusing on current trends in the field; Stearns has updated forty percent of the textbook; paying particular attention to global processes throughout history. The book also covers key events that have altered world history since the publication of the first edition; including terrorism; global consumerism; and environmental issues.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. great resourceBy AnnieExcellent text. Can be used by topic for students.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Vat II documents explained.By P. A. ReyesThe authors of the book have put together a great text that is easy to read and understand; even by the average lay person in the Church. It has given me a greater appreciation of what went on during the Council; and a better understanding of the documents. I am currently using this as a course book in a college program. I ordered book from and it arrived sooner that I expected.18 of 19 people found the following review helpful. Keys to the CouncilBy Elochukwu UzukwuThis is an excellent collaborative work. The introductory chapter is very good. The layout is user friendly; especially for beginners in the theology of the church. Very powerful insights
