History of Modern Civilization

Author: Zhang Yuefa
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Publish Date: 2005-06-01
Features: "The History of Modern Civilization" is a monumental work of over 580,000 words, deeply researched and insightful, forming a unique system with profound arguments. The ten years of meticulous scholarship are evident throughout. — Professor Yang Shengmao, a leading scholar in the study of U.S. history in China and Nankai University. "The History of Modern Civilization" is the culmination of Professor Zhang Yuefa's over two decades of teaching experience and academic achievements at Shanxi Normal University. The author believes: In world history, the modern period is a history of humanity's transition from traditional society to modern civilization, as well as a history of various specialized histories and national histories interacting, colliding, and integrating on a global scale. He writes: "This book aims to imbue general history textbooks with the academic essence of civilization's evolution. Readers can grasp the rich connotations and development trends of modern civilization through specific studies of modern nations, modern finance, modern science and philosophy, modern European literature, modern industry and labor movements, modern colonialism and national liberation movements, and the formation and evolution of modern international relations." Since its publication in May 2004, the book has continuously received praise and recognition from domestic academic peers. Professor Yang Shengmao, a leading scholar in the study of U.S. history in China and Nankai University, says: "The book is a monumental work of over 580,000 words, deeply researched and insightful, forming a unique system with profound arguments. The ten years of meticulous scholarship are evident throughout."