Western Civilization, Volume II: Since 1500

by Jackson J. Spielvogel · 1991

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Jackson Spielvogel's engaging, chronological narrative weaves the political, economic, social, religious, intellectual, cultural, and military aspects of history into a gripping story that is as memorable as it is instructive. The clear narrative of a single gifted author makes it easy to follow the story of Western civilization.

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history
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adult

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