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HIST101 - Western Civilization (1): Subject Resources

This guide supports student research for Western Civilization (1) history classes.

Welcome to the guide for Western History research and resources! This guide contains:

Links to websites from reputable historical sources
Basic reference information to guide you to key historical people and movements
Directions on researching books and databases

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World History (Gale In Context)
Content: Information on hundreds of the most significant people, events, and eras in World History.

Travel the Roman World- virtual map
ORBIS reveals the true shape of the Roman world and provides a unique resource for our understanding of premodern history.

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The Encyclopedia of World History by Peter N. Stearns , William L. Langer
Call Number: eBook
ISBN: 9780227679685
Publication Date: 2001
Organized chronologically, with subheadings for geographic area.
The Hutchinson Chronology of World History by Helicon
Call Number: eBook
ISBN: 9781859862834
Publication Date: 1999
A comprehensive list of events by date.

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