Overview of the History of Western Civilization

Author: Jing Weihua, Wang Hongxin
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: Authored by experienced senior examiners of the National English Proficiency Test (TEM-4); Edited and approved by senior American experts; Provides comprehensive explanations of the mysteries of English professional writing through high-scoring sample essays; Full-color printing with bright colors and lively layouts; Accompanied by humorous and witty illustrations; Helps students bid farewell to the dullness of exam preparation and truly enjoy the joy of learning; Suitable for candidates of the College English Test Band 4 (CET-4) for English majors, non-English majors taking CET-4 and CET-6, and English learners who want to improve their writing skills.
The book An Overview of Western Civilization aims to introduce the cultural background of Western civilization hidden behind the English language. It covers various aspects of Western civilization, such as historical events, philosophical ideas, literary arts, and more. Combining language knowledge and cultural knowledge, this book can help English enthusiasts improve their reading skills while deepening their understanding of Western culture, enhancing critical thinking, cultural literacy, and aesthetic appreciation. For professional English learners, this book will lay a solid foundation for further study in British and American literature and for conducting comparative studies of Chinese and Western literature and culture.