This text presents a comprehensive, balanced history of the world in the twentieth century. In addition to providing a chronicle of the key events in this revolutionary century, it takes a global approach to examining the underlying issues that have shaped the times. At the same time, it does justice to the distinctive character of individual civilizations and regions. Political, economic, social, and cultural history are integrated into a chronologically ordered synthesis that is presented through a consistent, engaging single-author narrative.

Twentieth Century World History: A Canadian Perspective

History

Duiker, William J.

World

Nelson College Indigenous

In the broadest sense, this intellectual biography is designed to give insight into the reasons why Western values and institutions (especially in education) failed to take root in the Chinese environment. Three interrelated themes are treated by Professor Duiker: the evolution of the Chinese educational system from the beginning of the 20th century to World War II; the process by which a Chinese intellectual absorbed Western values and attitudes while retaining significant elements of his traditional Confucian world view; the goals of the humanist movement in early republican China and the reasons for its failure.
Ts'ai (1868–1940), as first Minister of Education under the 1912 republic, helped to formulate educational policies during an important stage of transition in modern China. Later, as chancellor of Peking University, he was a central figure in the tumultuous events of the May Fourth period. Having been educated traditionally to the doctoral (chin shih) level before studying at a European university, Ts'ai attempted to synthesize the humanist side of the Confucian tradition with the libertarian elements in Western culture. Ts'ai's synthesis was unique but ultimately unsuccessful.
Penn State Study No. 41

Ts'ai Yuan-P'ei: Educator of Modern China (Pennsylvania State University Studies, 41)

Biographies & Memoirs

Historical

Penn State University Press

In the broadest sense, this intellectual biography is designed to give insight into the reasons why Western values and institutions (especially in education) failed to take root in the Chinese environment. Three interrelated themes are treated by Professor Duiker: the evolution of the Chinese educational system from the beginning of the 20th century to World War II; the process by which a Chinese intellectual absorbed Western values and attitudes while retaining significant elements of his traditional Confucian world view; the goals of the humanist movement in early republican China and the reasons for its failure.Ts'ai (1868–1940), as first Minister of Education under the 1912 republic, helped to formulate educational policies during an important stage of transition in modern China. Later, as chancellor of Peking University, he was a central figure in the tumultuous events of the May Fourth period. Having been educated traditionally to the doctoral (chin shih) level before studying at a European university, Ts'ai attempted to synthesize the humanist side of the Confucian tradition with the libertarian elements in Western culture. Ts'ai's synthesis was unique but ultimately unsuccessful.Penn State Study No. 41

Ts'ai Yuan-p'ei: Educator of Modern China

Comprehensive coverage of Western (40%) and non-Western (60%) civilizations. Part openers provide a global perspective on events and trends in each era. Many primary documents (letters, diaries, essays, documents) provide first hand understanding of various civilizations. Full-color maps with captions help students clearly understand the geography of ancient and modern civilizations.

World History

Spielvogel, Jackson J.

Wadsworth Publishing

World History: The Human Odyssey is history as a story written by one storyteller--a storyteller who has a gift for engaging students with his exceptionally clear and exciting writing style.

World History, Volume I to 1800

World History; Volume II: Since 1500

Book by William J. Duiker;Jackson J. Spielvogel

World History to 1500

West Publishing Co. PAPERBACK. Document Exercise Workbook to Accompany Volume 1 to 1800 World History

From the Foreword: The genesis of this work has been twenty some years of classroom instruction. Throughout this time period my students have been my best teachers and this book is a reflection of what has been most successful with them.Many individuals helped to make these volumes possible. Nancy E. Crochiere, Clark Baxter, and especially Johanna Land at West Educational Publishing supported my ideas and efforts all along the way. No one could ask for a more supportive editor than Ms. Land, in particular, and I hope to work with her again on other projects for West.Equally supportive were numerous individuals on the Western Campus of Cuyahoga Community College. Of special note are my Provost, Mr. Ronald M. Sobel, my departmental colleague, Ms. Mary Hovanec, my word processor, Ms. Marianne Lesniak, and Ms. Mikki Shackelton, a former student. Last but not least I am particularly grateful to my trusted and true friend Mary Kay Howard of John Carroll University for our numerous "brainstorming sessions." Without their assistance, aid, and cooperation this work would not have been possible.

World History, Volume II Since 1500

See the best price to sell, buy, or rent books by Duiker, William J.. BookScouter helps to compare book prices from 25+ online bookstores and 30+ buyback vendors with a single search.

Books by Duiker, William J.

See the best price to sell, buy, or rent books by Duiker, William J.. BookScouter helps to compare book prices from 25+ online bookstores and 30+ buyback vendors with a single search.

Twentieth Century World History: A Canadian Perspective

Ts'ai Yuan-P'ei: Educator of Modern China (Pennsylvania State University Studies, 41)

Ts'ai Yuan-p'ei: Educator of Modern China

World History

World History, Volume I to 1800

World History; Volume II: Since 1500

World History to 1500

World History, Volume I to 1800

World History, Volume II Since 1500

World History, Volume I to 1800