description: This survey text presents the Western intellectual tradition within a chronology of political history. Known for its accessible writing style, Western Civilization appeals to students and instructors alike for its brevity, clarity, and careful selection of content. New technology resources, including Houghton Mifflin's Eduspace course management system, make learning more engaging and instruction more efficient.In the Eighth Edition, several new pedagogical features support students throughout the term. Chapter-opening focus questions direct students to important themes, while a glossary reinforces key terms and concepts. New icons in the text direct students to online resources such as maps, primary sources, and practice test questions. In addition, the new edition retains many popular features, including comparative timelines, full-color maps with physical geography essays, and primary source excerpts.
language: English
title: Western Civilization Volume 1 Brief 5th Ed + Wiesner Discovering Western Past Volume 1 5th Ed
titlecomplete: Western Civilization Volume 1 Brief 5th Ed + Wiesner Discovering Western Past Volume 1 5th Ed
genres: Nonfiction, Reference, History, Textbooks
ratings_count: 148
publisher: Houghton Mifflin College Div