Essentials of World History, 2nd Edition, is simple in language and clear in structure. Covering only those events essential and relevant to modern times, the book consists of 30 short chapters, which are organized into 7 parts or themes. Every chapter is followed by multiple choice questions to help the reader review the essential information; and every part is accompanied by essay-type questions to cultivate reflection and encourage writing. Throughout the book, great attention is paid to helping the reader foster a critical thinking ability. General readers will find this book helpful to...

202 Sociology Questions and Answers (2nd Edition) is primarily intended as supplementary material to a sociology textbook at colleges and universities. By answering the most fundamental questions, this slim book condenses the vast amount of information characteristic of the subject matter and encapsulates the essentials of the field. It provides students with a quick and easy access to the basic concepts and theories in sociology. Also, the book contains summaries of the very material students are most likely to need for exams, thus eliminating the need to read and review many pages of the...

Essentials of World History, 3rd Edition is intended for college students who are taking an introductory-level world history course. They will love this book because of its simple language and clear structure. Covering only those events essential and relevant to modern times, the book consists of 30 short chapters, which are organized into 7 parts or themes. Every chapter is followed by multiple choice questions to help students review the essential information; and every part is accompanied by essay-type questions to cultivate reflection and encourage writing. Throughout the book, great...