The World Since 1945: A Brief History

by Daniel R. Brower

Book Overview

This brief book stresses the profound global transformation that has occurred since 1945 as a result of the collapse of the remaining great colonial empires, and the emergence of nation-states throughout the world. Its thematic emphasis makes clear as well the importance of the Cold War in influencing the process by which these nation-states sought to create new ideals and new institutions--to insure order and justice within their boundaries, and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0131897055
• ISBN13: 9780131897052
• Release Date: April 2004
• Publisher: Pearson
• Length: 274 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.1" x 9.2"