- Author Name : Norman Lowe
The sixth edition of this bestselling book introduces readers to the key themes and events
which have shaped modern world history.
With unrivalled broad coverage, it:
• surveys international relations and war, from 1900 onwards
• examines the rise and fall of fascism and communism around the globe
• explores the international affairs of the major superpowers: the USA, Russia/USSR
and China
• assesses the experience of decolonization in India, Africa and Latin America
• unpicks global issues, including economic crises and the climate crisis.
This revised and updated edition features:
• coverage of new historical interpretations of the events that led to the First World War
• a new chapter on the rule of Tsar Nicholas and the Russian Revolutions of 1917
• four new chapters on the history of the United States of America.
Renowned for its lively and engaging writing, Mastering Modern World History is an
essential resource for students at all levels- from secondary school through to university
- who are taking courses in modern world history or international relations. It is also an
invaluable companion for any reader interested in understanding the past and its legacy today.