Using a thematic approach, this innovative textbook explores the history of the world, from its earliest prehistory to the present age of globalization.

The book covers the most important historical events of the twentieth century and the new millennium, from a very special standpoint, that one of the judgments of the European Court of Human Rights. In this respect, we have both a reading of history and a brief legal analysis, almost a “divertissement” that combines two different areas of the humanities.

Who are the Turks? This study spans Central Asia, the Middle East, the Indian subcontinent, & Europe, to explain the origins & the history of the Turkish people up until the present day.

History is everywhere, and is never as complete as when it can be accessed on a part of history itself. The locomotive is one of the great steps in progress of civilisation that undoubtably connects us to land and history that was shaped by the machine itself. Although a basic form of railway, or rutway, did exist in Ancient Greek and Roman times – notably the ship trackway between Diolkos and the Isthmus of Corinth around 600 BC – it would take several thousand years before the first fare-paying passenger service was launched in the early nineteenth century. Some two hundred years on, it is possible to travel by train to some of the world's most remote and remarkable destinations, and track the many wonderful legacies of the Earth's extensive history – man-made and otherwise. From prehistoric rock formations to skyscraper cities, slow steam engines to high-speed bullet trains, let A History of the World in 500 Railway Journeys be your guide. Through its beautifully illustrated pages, and 500 awe-inspiring railway journeys, you can chart your own transcontinental itinerary through time. Chug through canyons, steam past ancient monuments, speed through cities, luxuriate in the railcars of presidents and queens, or make express connections between key historical moments or epic eras, A History of the World in 500 Railway Journeys has it all. A must-read for travellers, railfans and history buffs alike, offering inspiration and information in equal measure.

Approaching Recent World History Through Film: Context, Analysis, and Research explores the relationships between twentieth-century world history and film by providing analysis of a diverse range of films organized by global history topics, including war and conflict, decolonization, political economy, and long-distance travel. This insightful text describes how to analyze films as original historical sources and how to carry out research projects using films. The text provides guidance on the types of world history films, their conventions, and how to analyze the historical arguments in movies. Scott C.M. Bailey incorporates in-depth discussions of the historical content and context of a wide range of international films connected with important twentieth-century global history topics. The book also offers many prompts for discussion, historical timelines, and suggestions for further reading and viewing, as well as instructions on how to construct research papers and projects which employ the use of films as historical sources. This book will be of interest to students in world history and film history courses.

This volume describes the events of the Bible as taking place in Britain, with the Jews identified as the Silures and Moses as an arms dealer fomenting conflict and touting serpent rods and golden apples. Sophisticated weapons are manufactured in underground bases and great wars take place causing a refugee crisis. Temples are burned and the war culminates in a catastrophe, but is it an act of gods or men?

If you're passionate about the events that have shaped our world, then HowExpert Guide to World History is the perfect resource. This comprehensive handbook offers a detailed exploration of our shared heritage, ideal for history enthusiasts, students, or anyone curious about the past. Introduction - Chapter 1. Welcome to World History: Overview of the book, its importance, and how to use it effectively. Part 1: Ancient Civilizations - Chapter 2. Mesopotamia: Early innovations, city-states, and cultural achievements in the cradle of civilization. - Chapter 3. Ancient Egypt: Pharaohs, religious beliefs, and monumental contributions along the Nile. - Chapter 4. The Indus Valley: Advanced urban planning, trade networks, and mysterious decline. - Chapter 5. Ancient China: Political systems and philosophies of the Shang and Zhou Dynasties. Part 2: Classical Civilizations - Chapter 6. Classical Greece: Origins of democracy, philosophical thought, and artistic achievements. - Chapter 7. The Roman Empire: Rome's transition from republic to empire, legal structures, and lasting legacy. - Chapter 8. Ancient India: Political, religious, and scientific advancements of the Maurya and Gupta Empires. Part 3: The Life and Impact of Jesus Christ - Chapter 9. Jesus Christ: The profound impact of Jesus Christ's life and teachings on Western civilization. Part 4: Medieval Period - Chapter 10. The Byzantine Empire: The reign of Justinian and Theodora, religious achievements, and decline. - Chapter 11. Medieval Europe: Feudalism, the Church's role, and the impact of the Crusades. - Chapter 12. The Islamic Golden Age: Expansion of the caliphates and their scientific and cultural contributions. Part 5: Early Modern Period - Chapter 13. The Renaissance: The rebirth of classical knowledge, humanism, scientific discoveries, and key figures. - Chapter 14. The Age of Exploration: Voyages of discovery, impact on indigenous peoples, and the Columbian Exchange. - Chapter 15. The Reformation: The rise of Protestantism, the Catholic Counter-Reformation, and resulting religious conflicts. Part 6: Modern History - Chapter 16. The Enlightenment: Philosophical foundations, scientific advancements, and political reforms. - Chapter 17. The Industrial Revolution: Technological innovations, economic changes, and social transformations. - Chapter 18. The World Wars: Causes, major events, and global impact of World War I and World War II. Part 7: Contemporary History - Chapter 19. The Cold War: Origins, key events, and the end of the Cold War. - Chapter 20. Post-Colonialism: Decolonization movements in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. - Chapter 21. Globalization: Technological and economic changes, environmental challenges, and the future of global relations. Conclusion - Chapter 22. Reflecting on World History: Recap major themes, lessons learned, and encourage further study of history. Appendices - Chapter 23. Glossary of Historical Terms: Definitions and explanations of key historical terms and concepts. - Chapter 24. Recommended Reading and Resources: Books, articles, websites, and other resources for further reading and research. - Chapter 25. Historical Timelines: Chronological timelines of significant historical events covered in the book. - Chapter 26. Key Historical Documents: Excerpts and analyses of important historical documents and texts. If you want to understand the events that have shaped our world, engage with HowExpert Guide to World History and learn from the past to shape a better future. HowExpert publishes how to guides on all topics from A to Z.

This volume begins in the early centuries of the Common Era with the various groups of people who had settled in southern Africa. Stone Age foragers, farmers with iron technology, and pastoralists all interacted to create a complex society before Europeans arrived. In the seventeenth century, Dutch settlers developed a colonial society based on the menial labor of indigenous inhabitants of the Cape and slaves imported from the East Indies and other parts of Africa. British conquest in the early nineteenth century brought an end to slavery, as well as new forms of colonial domination, tension between the British and the original Dutch settlers, armed struggle between expanding European communities and Africans (including the highly militarized Zulu kingdom), and intensive missionary activity that transformed many African societies. The discovery of diamonds and gold in the late nineteenth century brought industrialization based on migrant labor, new clashes between British and Africaaners, the final conquest of African societies, and new European migrants. During the twentieth-century, despite further economic development, African communities were increasingly impoverished. New forms of racial domination lead to the implementation of apartheid in 1948 and heightened political organizing among both African and Africaaner nationalists. The intensification of resistance in the 1970s and '80s coupled with drastic changes in the international balance of power brought an end to the apartheid state in 1994 and an intensified struggle to overcome apartheid's economic and political legacy by building a new nonracial society. The book emphasizes social and cultural history, focusing on people's interactions and identities according to race, class, gender, religion and ethnicity. It also addresses changes in literature (both oral and written), music, and the arts and draws on the extensive biographical and autobiographical literature to provide a personal focus for the discussion of major themes. While this emphasis reflects dominant trends in historical scholarship for the past two decades, it also includes recent material on environmental history and relationships between African Americans and South Africans. Where relevant, it highlights comparisons between South African and U.S. history.

"A thrilling synthesis from a brilliant scientist who discovered one of the most important chapters in our history." —Sean B. Carroll Big History, the field that integrates traditional historical scholarship with scientific insights to study the full sweep of our universe, has so far been the domain of historians. Famed geologist Walter Alvarez—best known for the “Impact Theory” explaining dinosaur extinction—has instead championed a science-first approach to Big History. Here he wields his unique expertise to give us a new appreciation for the incredible occurrences—from the Big Bang to the formation of supercontinents, the dawn of the Bronze Age, and beyond—that have led to our improbable place in the universe.

This 4-volume collection is the first compilation of primary sources to historicize the cultural impact of railways on a global scale from their inception in Great Britain to the Great Depression. Gathered together are over 200 rare out-of-print published and unpublished materials from archival and digital repositories throughout the world. Organized by historical geography, volume 4 considers the Americas