The Middle Ages and the Early Modern Period
From the 5th Century to the 18th Century
Witness to History: A Visual Chronicle of the World
Readers will study the intriguing history and culture of the medieval and early modern periods, including: the Germanic Empires of the fifth century, the founding of Canada and the United States, and the arrival of the Europeans in Oceania and Australia in the eighteenth century. Copiously illustrated with full-color and black-and-white images of period artwork, relics, and architecture, this enchanting text provides readers with a magnificent tour of world history. The inspiring narrative transports the readers to bygone societies, bringing the eras vividly to attention. The book's organization is distinctive--readers can glean from any page which country and period is being described. Facilitating learning, the volume includes sidebars that impart exciting background information, a timeline, and helpful colored tabs that indicate the epoch and period currently being studied.
