Uncertain Order The World in the Twentieth Century

Summary: Uncertain Order offers a chronological and regionally-organized approach to twentieth-century world history, emphasizing the roles of individuals in the shaping of the century's events. This approach is supported by three major themes: ideology, conflict, and technology. With full coverage of Southeast Asia, Africa, and Latin America, and full chapters devoted to the First and Second World Wars, Uncertain Order provi...des readers with a compelling perspective on the twentieth century. Key Features Include: Biographical essays emphasize the roles of individuals in shaping the century's events Balanced coverage of major world regions including Southeast Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the non-western world in general Focus on both the First and Second World Wars Three-part organization covering: The Decline of European Hegemony, 1900-1945; The Age of the Superpowers, 19451989; and The World Order in Transition, 1989-Present Straightforward and accessible format with a lively, narrative writing style [read more]