Book details
Story of the World, Vol. 4 Revised Edition: History for the Classical Child: The Modern Age
Published in
2021
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Description
This spirited reading of the newly revised fourth edition in Susan Wise Bauer's Story of the World history series brings to life the stories and records of the peoples of the modern age.
Now more than ever, other countries and customs affect our everyday lives-and our children need to learn about the people who live all around the globe. Susan Wise Bauer has provided a captivating guide to the history of the modern world. Written in an engaging, straightforward manner, The Story of the World weaves world history into a storybook format. This newly revised volume covers the major historical events of the years 1850 to the late 1990s, from the reign of England's Queen Victoria to the collapse of the Berlin Wall.
This Story of the World audiobook is a collaboration between Jim Weiss, whose voice has been described as "liquid gold" (CNN-TV), and Susan Wise Bauer, whose writing has been described as "timeless and intelligent" (Publishers Weekly). It may be used along with the print books (The Story of the World Volume 4, Revised EditionText Book,Activity Book, and Test and Answer Key; each sold separately), as a supplement to a traditional history curriculum, or independently. Approximately 12 hours on 11 CDs.
Age
7-12
Text complexity
beginner
Length
524 pages
Book in series
#4
Why to read
- The revised edition of 'The Story of the World, Vol. 4' includes updates and revisions that improve upon the original content. This ensures that readers have access to the most current historical interpretations and educational methodologies, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge of the Modern Age.
- Susan Wise Bauer has a talent for making complex historical events accessible and interesting to younger audiences. The revised edition of Vol. 4 continues this tradition, ensuring that even complex topics are presented in a way that is both educational and engaging for children and young students.
- Reading this book encourages critical thinking as it prompts readers to draw connections between historical events and the present day. It helps readers understand the causes and effects of historical events, and how those events have influenced modern society, politics, and culture.
- The Story of the World, Vol. 4 covers the Modern Age, providing readers with a detailed and engaging narrative of global history from the late 1800s to the present day. This breadth of coverage helps readers gain a comprehensive understanding of the events, cultures, and people that have shaped the modern world.