To 1789 (v. 1) (Discovering the Western Past: A Look at the Evidence) - Softcover

Wiesner, Merry E.; Etc.; Ruff, Julius R.; Wheeler, William Bruce

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0395638976 ISBN 13: 9780395638972

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin (Academic), 1993

Synopsis

This successful Western history version of the popular Discovering series provides a broad range of both visual and written sources. The unique pedagogical framework includes The Problem, Sources and Method, The Evidence, Questions to Consider, and Epilogue and Evaluation sections in each chapter. This structure promotes critical thinking, sharpens analytical skills, and builds student interest in the subject matter. The text emphasizes historical study as interpretation rather than memorization of data, with actual documents and artifacts from which students develop answers to historical questions.

About this title

Synopsis:

This is the first of two volumes which guide students through the steps that an historian would take in analyzing historical events and evidence. Each chapter presents a specific historical issue for evaluation, and political, social, diplomatic, cultural, economic and intellectual subjects are examined in a balanced coverage of topics. Whilst intended primarily for students, the book is also suitable for lecturers. The authors explain how it might be used in class, and the book's organization is adaptable to different classroom needs. It is self-contained, with methods and sources included.

About this edition

• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin (Academic)
• Publication date: 1993
• ISBN 10: 0395638976
• ISBN 13: 9780395638972
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 320