Introduction to Contemporary Social History - Miriam Moreira Leite

Introduction to Contemporary Social History: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Modern World

In today's rapidly changing world, it is more important than ever to understand the social forces that shape our lives. Introduction to Contemporary Social History provides a comprehensive overview of the major social, economic, and political developments that have occurred since the Industrial Revolution. This essential text is perfect for students and general readers alike who want to gain a deeper understanding of the modern world.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive coverage: Introduction to Contemporary Social History covers a wide range of topics, from the rise of industrialization to the fall of communism.
• Engaging narrative: Miriam Moreira Leite's engaging writing style makes this book a pleasure to read.
• Thought-provoking analysis: Leite provides thought-provoking analysis of the social, economic, and political forces that have shaped the modern world.
• Valuable resources: The book includes a glossary of key terms, a timeline of important events, and a list of suggested readings.

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If you want to understand the modern world, then you need to read Introduction to Contemporary Social History. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the major social, economic, and political developments that have occurred since the Industrial Revolution. Leite's engaging writing style and thought-provoking analysis make this book a must-read for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of the world we live in.

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Table of Contents:

• Part I: The Rise of Industrialization
  • Chapter 1: The Industrial Revolution
  • Chapter 2: The Growth of Cities
  • Chapter 3: The Working Class
  • Chapter 4: The Rise of the Middle Class
• Part II: The Age of Imperialism
  • Chapter 5: The Scramble for Africa
  • Chapter 6: The Partition of Asia
  • Chapter 7: The First World War
  • Chapter 8: The Russian Revolution
• Part III: The Cold War
  • Chapter 9: The Cold War Begins
  • Chapter 10: The Korean War
  • Chapter 11: The Vietnam War
  • Chapter 12: The Fall of Communism
• Part IV: The Contemporary World
  • Chapter 13: Globalization
  • Chapter 14: The Information Revolution
  • Chapter 15: The Rise of China
  • Chapter 16: The Future of the World

Glossary of Key Terms

• Bourgeoisie: The middle class.
• Capitalism: An economic system based on private ownership of the means of production and their operation for profit.
• Communism: A political and economic system in which the government controls all aspects of the economy.
• Imperialism: The policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.
• Industrial Revolution: The period of great technological change that transformed the way goods were produced.
• Proletariat: The working class.
• Socialism: A political and economic system that advocates for public ownership of industry and services.

Timeline of Important Events

• 1760: The Industrial Revolution begins in Britain.
• 1789: The French Revolution begins.
• 1848: The Communist Manifesto is published.
• 1914: The First World War begins.
• 1917: The Russian Revolution begins.
• 1939: The Second World War begins.
• 1945: The Second World War ends.
• 1947: The Cold War begins.
• 1989: The Berlin Wall falls.
• 2001: The September 11 attacks occur.
• 2008: The global financial crisis begins.

Suggested Readings

• The Wealth of Nations by Adam Smith
• The Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels
• Das Kapital by Karl Marx
• The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism by Max Weber
• The Great Transformation by Karl Polanyi
• The Affluent Society by John Kenneth Galbraith
• The End of History and the Last Man by Francis Fukuyama
• The Future of Human Nature by Jürgen Habermas