This engaging text offers a brief; readable description of our common Western heritage heritage after Europe expanded into the rest of the world during the Renaissance; then through revolutions that have created today's technological global society. Providing a tightly focused narrative and interpretive structure; Brian Pavlac covers the basic historical information that all educated adults should know. His joined terms "supremacies and diversities" develop major themes of conflict and creativity throughout history. "Supremacies" centers on the use of power to dominate societies; ranging from warfare to ideologies. Supremacy; Pavlac shows; seeks stability; order; and incorporation. "Diversities" encompasses the creative impulse that produces new ideas; as well as efforts of groups of people to define themselves as "different." Diversity creates change; opportunity; and individuality. These concepts of historical tension and change; whether applied to political; economic; technological; social; or cultural trends; offer a cohesive explanatory organization. The text is also informed by five other topical themes: technological innovation; migration and conquest; political and economic decision-making; church and state; and disputes about the meaning of life. Throughout; judicious "basic principles" present summaries of historical realities. Written with flair; this easily accessible yet deeply knowledgeable text provides all the essentials for a course on Western civilization.More information; study guides; and links to sources can be found on the book's website; www.concisewesternciv.com.
#100129 in Books Kukla Jon 2017-07-04 2017-07-04Original language:English 9.25 x 1.80 x 6.12l; #File Name: 143919081X560 pagesPatrick Henry Champion of Liberty
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. CATO OF THE REPUBICBy John S. CarterThis is the best bio on Henry which I have read.Mr. Kukla shows a founder that only as been remembered for one speech for independence.Henry has been totally overlooked as his contribution to the true founding of this nation.A true Cato; of the Republic from the very beginning for the cause til the very end of life.The very fears of the Constitution contributed to the States Rights movement of latter days .While being a man of Virginia he was also concerned about the authority being invested in the central government on the states and even on the individual rights.One will gain a more insightful view of this time and this man as far as the anti federalist movement and not one written by a federalist historian.Cicero thought that he could deal with Augusta ;Cato was willing to challenge Ceasar; even in the face of defeat in order to save the Republic3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. An excellent history on events that led up to the Revolutionary WarBy Beth A JensenExcellent book .I am a history buff and was not aware of the many restrictions England placed on the colonies. I also was not aware of the many years of the colonie's discontent.3 of 5 people found the following review helpful. inspiring; wonderful bookBy BoomerWonderful book; a terrific biography of an American Founder who fought against tyranny; oppression and cronies; P. Henry was a stud; so intelligent; and fearless!!Awesome book
