What is Global History?

ISBN: 978-0-7456-3301-5

Paperback

152 pages

March 2008, Polity

Other Available Formats: Hardcover

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An introduction to the relatively new discipline of global history
Written by a prominent American scholar, with a strong international reputation
Clearly defines what global history is before discussing the main figures, trends and methodologies of the field
Global history is a growth area of study, but one which is as yet badly understood. Academics and students will welcome this comprehensive clarification
Suitable for adoption on courses from 2nd year undergraduates onwards