The Old World and America

by Philip J. Furlong

The story of America begins in the Old World, for the first American settlers came from Europe, bringing their heritage with them to the New World. The Old World and America , a popular and beloved middle-school history text, documents the Western World from the beginning of mankind through ancient times—emphasizing Greek and Roman civilization—Christ’s coming and the founding of the Church, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance, to the discovery of the New World and its exploration.

Not only does this textbook recount the events which led history from the beginning to the discovery of the New World, but it also details the various civilizations upon which our Western world is built—primarily, the culture of the Catholic Church and its vital influence on both the Old World and the New.

Includes study questions, tests, and topics for discussion. (394 pgs., PB.)

Genres: History, Catholic, Nonfiction

Paperback

First published December 1, 1996

Reviews

[Trez]

it was for school so eh my opinion does not matter 😂

[Karen L. · Rating 4 out of 5]

We used this for our home-school history. I really enjoyed the way the book is arranged with short sections in each chapter, nice illustrations and questions at the end of the chapters. I ordered it for middle school history, but found it could be enjoyed by anyone from age 10-adult.

[Stefanie Blair · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book of history was written in 1937. It was so interesting and useful to me to read and finally put together all the disjointed information I had learned in school. I also learned a lot of new things even if it is put simply for school aged readers. A work of world history chronologically assembled like this is so valuable, though obviously it must pick and choose what to include. The book is written heavily around the Christian religion, and has some antiquated ways of referring to “uncivilized” cultures (any nonbelievers.)

[Elizabeth Hansen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read for history class..