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Societies, Networks, and Transitions: A Global History Since to 1500
SOCIETIES, NETWORKS, AND TRANSITIONS connects the different regions of the world within and across chapters, and explores broader global themes in part-opening essays to show you world history in a truly global framework. The book also features a strong focus on culture and religion. Author Craig Lockard incorporates interesting notes about cultural artifacts in areas such as music and art. Chapter outlines with focus questions, section summaries, pronunciation guides, and marginal key term definitions support you as you explore the interconnectedness of different people, places, and periods in the global past.
- GenresHistory
336 pages, Paperback
First published January 10, 2007
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January 19, 2026Summary
World history emphasizing networks, exchanges, and transitions.
Structure
Chronological + thematic network analysis
Claims / Themes
History is structured by connectivity.
Societies transform via interaction.
Author Credentials
Lockard is a world historian.
Professional Reception
Used widely in education.
World history emphasizing networks, exchanges, and transitions.
Structure
Chronological + thematic network analysis
Claims / Themes
History is structured by connectivity.
Societies transform via interaction.
Author Credentials
Lockard is a world historian.
Professional Reception
Used widely in education.
Displaying 1 of 1 review