This fourth edition provides a detailed account of the causes of the American Civil War. Highlighting slavery as a central factor in the dispute between north and south, the author offers an account of the slave industry and its relationship to national conflict.
This book introduces the major social, economic and political themes of European history during the period 1890 to 1990. Issues and events such as the origins of World War I, the Russian Revolution and the fall of communism are introduced and analyzed through narrative and structuredactivities.
First published: London: Hodder Arnold, 2004, with title The Second World War: teach yourself.
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This title introduces the major political and social themes of this period of American history in an accessible and progressive way. Issues and events such as slavery, the origins and course of the American Civil War, boom and bust, and foreign policy are given full coverage. Particular topicssuch as the USA and the Cold War, involvement in Vietnam and race relations are also introduced and analysed. This is an essential text for students studying aspects of American history for AS and A Level.