Uncovers the historical roots of underdevelopment in Latin America and the Caribbean. Challenges traditional explanations and offers a new economic and political analysis. Examines the role of colonialism, imperialism, and global capitalism in shaping the region’s development trajectory. Analyzes the impact of domestic policies, institutions, and social structures on economic […]
A History of Mathematics, Third Edition, provides students with a solid background in the history of mathematics and focuses on the most important topics for today??s elementary, high school, and college curricula. Students will gain a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts in their historical context, and future teachers will find […]
A comprehensive history of Ukraine from its origins to the present day Explores the land, peoples, and cultures that have shaped Ukraine’s unique identity Examines the political, economic, and social forces that have influenced Ukraine’s development Discusses the major events and turning points in Ukrainian history Provides a detailed account […]
Appropriate for one-semester art history surveys or historically-focused art appreciation classes, A History of Western Art, Fifth Edition, combines sound scholarship, lavish visuals, and a lively narrative to provide students with an accessible and engaging introduction to art history. Focusing on the Western canon, the text presents a compelling chronological […]
A Lawyer Writes: A Practical Guide to Legal Analysis 3rd Edition This new edition of the popular text teaches the foundational principles of critical reading, analysis, and writing in a clear and accessible way. By putting the reader in the place of a first-year attorney, the text shows law students […]
A brand-new, comprehensive history of world animation A New History of Animation guides readers through the history animation from around the world. Topics covered include: optical toys and magic lanterns; early cinema, magic, and the foundations of the animation industry; the relationship of comics to early animation; animation as a […]
This best-selling brief introduction to public speaking offers practical coverage of every topic typically covered in a full-sized text, from invention, research and organization, practice and delivery, to the different speech types. Its concise, inexpensive format makes it perfect not only for the public speaking course, but also for any […]