The Earth and Its Peoples: A Global History, Volume II: Since 1500 by Richard Bulliet

Featuring a beautiful new design, THE EARTH AND ITS PEOPLES, Sixth Edition, presents world history in a balanced, global framework, shifting the focus away from political centers of power. This truly global world history book employs a fundamental theme-the interaction of human beings and the environment-to compare different times, places, and societies. Special emphasis is given to technology (in its broadest sense) and how technological development underlies all human activity. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.