Put the world today into context by learning about the past through this brief; best-selling Western Civilization text that has helped thousands of students succeed in the course. Jack Spielvogel's engaging style of writing weaves the political; economic; social; religious; intellectual; cultural; and military aspects of history into a gripping story that is as memorable as it is instructive. You will also be exposed to primary source documents - actual historical documents that are the foundation for the historical analysis you read in the chapter. These documents include letters; poems; and songs through history-documents that actually enliven the past. Throughout the book there are also helpful tools to help you digest the reading including outlines; chronologies; numerous maps and key terms with definitions.
#318605 in Books Mary Prince 2004-10-15 2004-10-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.44 x .24 x 5.68l; .26 #File Name: 048643863580 pagesThe History of Mary Prince A West Indian Slave Narrative
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. OK but not greatBy Dr. DanInteresting cultural history but not much happens; and not written as well as some other personal histories of slavery. Still; worth reading to expand your understanding of how terrible the institution of slavery really was; and yet how people on both sides rose above it.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Mary PrinceBy Cas AlexThis is an excellent memoir; albiet painful to read in certain parts. This is a must-read for history buffs--particularly those interested in the Caribbean and the system of slavery in the British colonies.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Very Important Book!By MARK S DENMANThis story should be mandatory for high school students (or even Jr High). First person true story of a slave.
