Synopses & Reviews
Identifying thousands of historical fiction novels, biographies, history trade books, CD-ROMs, and videotapes, these books help you locate resources on world history for students. Each is divided into two sections. In the first part, titles are listed according to grade levels within specific geographic areas and time periods. They are further organized by product type. Both books cover world history from Prehistory and the Ancient World to 54 B.C. to the modern era. Other chapters include Roman Empire to A.D. 476; Europe and the British Isles; Africa and South Africa; Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, and Antarctica; Canada; China; India, Tibet, and Burma; Israel and Arab Countries; Japan; Vietnam, Korea, Cambodia, and Thailand; and South and Central America and the Caribbean. The second section has an annotated bibliography that describes each title and includes publication information and awards. The focus is on books published since 1990, and all have received at l
Synopsis
As does Literature Connections to American History, this guide identifies thousands of world history resources in both print and electronic format. From prehistory and the ancient world to the modern era-chapters cover all major geographic areas and time periods. An annotated bibliography describes each title and includes publication and award information. The book focuses on recent titles, all of which have received one or more favorable reviews. An indispensable guide.
Synopsis
As does Literature Connections to American History, this guide identifies thousands of world history resources in both print and electronic format. From prehistory and the ancient world to the modern era-chapters cover all major geographic areas and time periods. An annotated bibliography describes each title and includes publication and award information. The book focuses on recent titles, all of which have received one or more favorable reviews. An indispensable guide.
About the Author
LYNDA G. ADAMSON is Professor of English and Chair of the Writing Department, English and Humanities Division, Prince George's Community College, Largo, Maryland.