France and 1848: The end of monarchy

Routledge | 215 pages | 2005 | ISBN: 0415314623 | PDF | 1.4 mb

1848 was a year of revolution throughout Europe. In France, the monarchy of Louis Philippe was overthrown by revolution, manhood suffrage was proclaimed and the second republic was declared. In the subsequent elections, against all popular expectations, the right-wing candidates were victorious. In this comprehensive and authoritative study, which provides an analysis of original sources, considers recent research and offers new interpretations of events, William Fortescue explains why.



Examining the economic, social and political crises, France and 1848: the end of monarchy evaluates the political history of France during the revolution of 1848 and the French political culture of the time. This work will be of interest to all students of nineteenth-century European history, political scientists and all those with an interest in the historical development of French political culture.


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English Teaching in the Secondary School: Linking Theory and Practice

Mike Fleming, David Stevens - English Teaching in the Secondary School: Linking Theory and Practice
Routledge | ISBN: 0415465028 | 2009-12-14 | File type: PDF | 288 pages | 3.79 mb

Now in an updated third edition, English Teaching in the Secondary School is a comprehensive guide to the theory and practice of teaching English. Presenting an informed view of current educational policy, the authors provide advice to help students creatively and independently interpret government initiatives and incorporate them in their teaching practice. With practical ideas for use in the classroom, extensive discussion of theory and opportunities for reflection and critical thought, the authors guide students through the whole process of English teachingin the secondary school.

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A History of The World

J. Grenville "A History of the World: From the 20th to the 21st Century" 
Routledge | 2005-08-04 | ISBN: 0415289556 | 995 pages | PDF | 12,3 MB

With the onset of decolonisation, the rise and fall of fascism and communism, the technological revolution and the rapidly increasing power of the United States, the world since 1900 has witnessed global change on an immense scale. Providing a comprehensive survey of the key events and personalities of this period throughout the world, A History of the World includes discussion of topics such as: 

* the rivalry between European nations from 1900-1914 

* the Depression and the rise of fascism during the 1920s and 1930s 

* the global impact of the Cold War 

* decolonisation and its effects 

* the continuing conflict in the Middle East. 

This new edition has been updated throughout to take account of recent historical research. Bringing the story up to date, J.A.S. Grenville includes a discussion of events such as 9/11, recent economic problems in Latin America and the second Gulf War. 

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Cold War: A Student Encyclopedia

Quote: Publisher: ABC-CLIO

Authors: John S.D. Eisenhower, Spencer Tucker, Priscilla Mary Roberts

Language: English
Year: 2008
Pages: 3030
Format: pdf (e-book)
Size: 57.1 mb

The most comprehensive and up-to-date student reference on the Cold War, offering expert coverage of all aspects of the conflict in a richly designed format, fully illustrated to give students a vivid sense of life in all countries affected by the war.

It was a time of global tensions and brinksmanship, bomb shelters and witch hunts, where local conflicts in Korea, Cuba, Indochina, and Africa soon became tests of wills between the forces of democracy and the forces of communism. It was the Cold War, and for nearly 50 years, it held the world in its grip.

ABC-CLIO is proud to announce the latest addition to its widely acclaimed legacy of historical reference works for students. Under the direction of internationally known expert Spencer Tucker, Cold War: A Student Encyclopedia captures the vast scope, day-to-day drama, and lasting impact of the Cold War more clearly and powerfully than any other student resource ever published.

Ranging from the end of the Second World War to the collapse of the Soviet Union, Cold War: A Student Encyclopedia offers vivid portrayals of leading individuals, significant battles, economic developments, societal/cultural events, changes in military technology, and major treaties and diplomatic agreements. The nearly 1,100 entries, plus topical essays and a documents volume, draw heavily on recently opened Russian, Eastern European, and Chinese archives. Enhanced by a rich program of maps and images, it is a comprehensive, current, and accessible student reference on the dominant geopolitical phenomenon of the late-20th century. 

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Encyclopedia of Educational Psychology (2 Volume Set)

Encyclopedia of Educational Psychology (2 Volume Set) 
Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc | Pages: 1208 | 2008-01-17 | ISBN: 1412916887 | PDF | 9.6 MB

Educational Psychology is a special field of endeavor since it strives to apply what we know about many different disciplines to the broad process of education. In the most general terms, you can expect to find topics in this area that fall into the categories of human learning and development (across the life span), motivation, measurement and statistics, and curriculum and teaching. There are few comprehensive overviews of the field of educational psychology, and the purpose of this two-volume Encyclopedia is to share this information in a way that is, above all, informative without being overly technical or intimidating. 

With more than 275 contributions, the Encyclopedia of Educational Psychology opens up the broad discipline of educational psychology to a wide and general audience. Written by experts in each area, the entries in this far-reaching resource provide an overview and an explanation of the major topics in the field of human development. While the Encyclopedia includes some technical topics related to educational psychology, for the most part, it focuses on those topics that evoke the interest of the everyday reader.

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Innovations in Educational Psychology: Perspectives on Learning, Teaching, and Human Development

Innovations in Educational Psychology: Perspectives on Learning, Teaching, and Human Development

Springer Publishing Company | 2010-01-26 | ISBN: 0826121624 | 496 pages | PDF | 14 MB

This book serves as a comprehensive review of the current state-of-the-art in educational psychology and applied cognitive science. The chapter authors, who are all leading researchers in this field, provide reviews of contemporary discoveries related to educational research that are both novel and forward-thinking. The book contains the cutting edge literature on genetics and neuroscience, cognitive science and its relation to critical thinking, reading-related phonological processes, cultural considerations in education, and much more.

The research methods and perspectives discussed range from education and psychology, to artificial intelligence and economics, thus offering a breadth of knowledge and insight on the field of educational research. The authors provide numerous tools and models for both routine and non-routine decision-making in educational settings. Both psychologists and researchers in the fields of cognitive, developmental, educational, and cultural psychology will want this book on their bookshelf.

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The Cambridge Economic History of Modern Europe: Volume 2, 1870 to the Present

Stephen Broadberry, Kevin H. O'Rourke, "The Cambridge Economic History of Modern Europe: Volume 2, 1870 to the Present" 
Cambridge University Press | 2010 | ISBN: 0521882036, 0521708397 | 486 pages | PDF | 3,9 MB

Unlike most existing textbooks on the economic history of modern Europe, which offer a country-by-country approach, The Cambridge Economic History of Modern Europe rethinks Europe's economic history since 1700 as unified and pan-European, with the material organised by topic rather than by country. This second volume tracks Europe's economic history through three major phases since 1870. The first phase was an age of globalization and of European economic and political dominance that lasted until First World War. The second, from 1914 to 1945, was one of war, deglobalization, and depression and the third was one of growing integration not only within Europe but also between Europe and the global economy. Leading authors offer comprehensive and accessible introductions to these patterns of globalization and deglobalization as well as to key themes in modern economic history such as economic growth, business cycles, sectoral developments, and population and living standards. 

LINK : http://hotfile.com/dl/108323342/ea1d411/0521882036HistoryEurope2.pdf.html 

An Economic History of Europe

Stephen Broadberry, Kevin H. O'Rourke, "The Cambridge Economic History of Modern Europe: Volume 1, 1700-1870" 
Cambridge University Press | 2010 | ISBN: 0521882028, 0521708389 | 344 pages | PDF | 4,2 MB

Unlike most existing textbooks on the economic history of modern Europe, which offer a country-by-country approach, The Cambridge Economic History of Modern Europe rethinks Europe's economic history since 1700 as unified and pan-European, with the material organised by topic rather than by country. This first volume is centred on the transition to modern economic growth, which first occurred in Britain before spreading to other parts of western Europe by 1870. Each chapter is written by an international team of authors who cover the three major regions of northern Europe, southern Europe, and central and eastern Europe. The volume covers the major themes of modern economic history, including trade; urbanization; aggregate economic growth; the major sectors of agriculture, industry and services; and the development of living standards, including the distribution of income. The quantitative approach makes use of modern economic analysis in a way that is easy for students to understand. 

LINK: http://hotfile.com/dl/108319523/b7446ae/0521882028HistoryEurope1.pdf.html

Historical Treaties and Alliances

Charles Phillips, Alan Axelrod, “Encyclopedia Of Historical Treaties And Alliance” 

Facts on File | 2005 | ISBN: 0816060754 | 1072 pages | PDF | 6,5 MB

“Encyclopedia of Historical Treaties and Alliances, Second Edition” presents extensive excerpts from the treaties of more than 420 international agreements in an elegantly accessible format. Divided into chronological chapters ranging from ancient Mesopotamia to the present, each chapter begins with a summary of the important trends and events in international relations of the era. Entries on specific agreements follow, with each containing the date of the document’s signing, a list of signatory nations, the leading negotiators, and key terms. A narrative discussion outlines the historical context, identifies the essential positions of the signatories, and summarizes the document’s significance. In addition to treaties that concluded wars, the book includes treaties on the environment, armaments, trade, human rights, scientific exploration, and many other concerns. The new edition of Encyclopedia of Historical Treaties and Alliances includes 20 new multilateral treaties and conventions, taking into account the transition in the orientation of U.S. foreign policy that was ushered in with the administration of George W. Bush. A new chapter called “International Threats, Global Opportunities” begins with a thematic and historical overview followed by nine new treaties. In addition, sources for all treaty documents have been added, making it easy to cite information. Accessible to all audiences, this up-to-date encyclopedia gives students, researchers, and teachers a clear idea of the changing political conditions throughout history.

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to European History

Nathan Barber, "The Complete Idiot's Guide to European History"
Alpha | 2006 | ISBN: 1592574890 | 464 pages | PDF | 2.8 MB 

 Without an understanding of events and personalities in Europe, it’s impossible to truly appreciate the development of contemporary institutions, the role of continuity and change in present-day society and politics, and the evolution of current forms of artistic and intellectual expressions. This guide provides a fascinating, easy-to-understand, fact-filled glimpse of hundreds of years of European cultural, economic, political, and social history. 

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Michael Kazin, Rebecca Edwards, Adam Rothman, "The Princeton Encyclopedia of American Political History (Two volume set)"

Princeton University Press | 2009 | ISBN: 0691129711, 1400833566 | 1046 pages | PDF | 7,2 MB 

An essential resource for anyone interested in U.S. history and politics, this two-volume encyclopedia covers the major forces that have shaped American politics from the founding to today. Broad in scope, the book addresses both the traditional topics of political history--such as eras, institutions, political parties, presidents, and founding documents--and the wider subjects of current scholarship, including military, electoral, and economic events, as well as social movements, popular culture, religion, education, race, gender, and more.

Each article, specially commissioned for this book, goes beyond basic facts to provide readers with crucial context, expert analysis, and informed perspectives on the evolution of American politics. Written by more than 170 leading historians and social scientists, The Princeton Encyclopedia of American Political History gives students, scholars, and researchers authoritative introductions to the subject's most important topics and a first step to further research.

* Features nearly 190 entries, organized alphabetically and written by a distinguished team of scholars, including Dean Baker, Lewis L. Gould, Alexander Keyssar, James T. Kloppenberg, Patricia Nelson Limerick, Lisa McGirr, Mark A. Noll, Jack N. Rakove, Nick Salvatore, Stephen Skowronek, Jeremi Suri, and Julian E. Zelizer
* Describes key political periods and eras, from the founding to the present day
* Traces the history of political institutions, parties, and founding documents
* Explains ideas, philosophies, and movements that shaped American politics
* Presents the political history and influence of geographic regions
* Describes the roles of ethnic, racial, and religious groups in the political process
* Explores the influence of mass culture, from political cartoons to the Internet
* Examines recurring issues that shape political campaigns and policy, from class, gender, and race to crime, education, taxation, voting, welfare, and much more
* Includes bibliographies, cross-references, appendixes, a comprehensive index, and more than 50 illustrations and maps .

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Vice President

L. Edward Purcell, "Vice Presidents"
Facts on File | 2010 | ISBN: 081607707X | 554 pages | PDF | 6,7 MB 

 

Political and historical, Vice Presidents collects the life stories of every man that has held this office. Each expertly written biography addresses the state of the country at the time these men were in office and features:
An analysis of prevailing political conditions
The opposition
The relationships between the vice president and presidents
The political machinations of these men, some of whom gained the ultimate prize, presidency
A full chronology of the political history of the United States from 1789 to 2000.

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