Discovering the Ancient Past : A Look at the Evidence Paperback / softback
by William Bruce Wheeler, Franklin M. Doeringer, Julius R. Ruff, Merry E. Wiesner-Hanks
Paperback / softback
Description
Incorporating the latest scholarship, this upper-level ancient history text guides students through the process of historical inquiry and exploration.
Covering topics ranging from the need for water in ancient societies to the problem of ancient suicide, this narrative presents a balanced, cultural approach within a chronicle of historical events and evidence, thereby promoting critical thinking, sharpening analytical skills, and building student interest.
This text offers a unique, multi-part pedagogical framework.
Each chapter is organized by "The Problem," "Sources and Method," "The Evidence," "Questions to Consider," and the "Epilogue." Diverse primary source materials include documents, maps, art, city plans, and statistical data.
At the end of each chapter, the central theme, or "problem," is tied to contemporary issues.
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:304 pages
- Publisher:Cengage Learning, Inc
- Publication Date:12/01/2004
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- ISBN:9780618379309
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Item not Available
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:304 pages
- Publisher:Cengage Learning, Inc
- Publication Date:12/01/2004
- Category:
- ISBN:9780618379309
