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Patterns of World History offers a distinct framework for understanding the global past through the study of origins, interactions, and adaptations. Authors Peter von Sivers, Charles A. Desnoyers, and George Stoweach specialists in their respective fieldsexamine the full range of human ingenuity over time and space in a comprehensive, evenhanded, and critical fashion.The book helps students to see and understand patterns through: ORIGINS INTERACTIONS ADAPTATIONSThese key features show the OIA framework in action:* Seeing Patterns, a list of key questions at the beginning of each chapter, focuses students on the 35 overarching patterns, which are revisited, considered, and synthesized at the end of the chapter in Thinking Through Patterns.* Each chapter includes a Patterns Up Close case study that brings into sharp relief the OIA pattern using a specific idea or thing that has developed in human history (and helped, in turn, develop human history), like the innovation of the Chinese writing system or religious syncretism in India. Each case study clearly shows how an innovation originated either in one geographical center or independently in several different centers. It demonstrates how, as people in the centers interacted with their neighbors, the neighbors adapted toand in many cases were transformed bythe idea, object, or event. Adaptations include the entire spectrum of human responses, ranging from outright rejection to creative borrowing and, at times, forced acceptance.* Concept Maps at the end of each chapter use compelling graphical representations of ideas and information to help students remember and relate the big patterns of the chapter.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Patterns of World History: Volume Two: Since 1400'? A: The book provides a framework for understanding global history through origins, interactions, and adaptations, highlighting key human patterns over time.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors are Peter von Sivers, Charles A. Desnoyers, and George Stow, each recognized specialists in their respective fields.
- Q: What unique features does this book include to help students learn? A: Key features include introductory questions at the start of chapters, case studies highlighting specific historical innovations, and concept maps for visual learning.
- Q: How does the book approach the concept of patterns in history? A: It emphasizes three overarching themes: Origins, Interactions, and Adaptations, revisiting these concepts throughout each chapter.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book being offered? A: The book is categorized as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may show some signs of wear but is still functional for reading.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: The book contains a total of 736 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Patterns of World History: Volume Two: Since 1400' published? A: The book was published on December 9, 2011.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This listing is for the first edition of the book.
- Q: Is there any specific material used in this book? A: The book does not specify any particular material used in its production.