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Based on the popular two-volume Humanities in Western Culture: A Search for Human Values, this brief edition contains all of the chapters from Volumes I and II with abridged literary selections. The lavishly produced artwork that is a hallmark of the larger books is faithfully reproduced in the pages of the brief edition. For use in one-semester Western humanities courses.
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An investigation into the role of the humanities in Western culture, looking at the accomplishments of the past in the context of developments in science, technology, economics, and politics. Chronological sections contain color photos and illustrations, and extracts from plays, poetry, short stories, larger works, and musical examples. This fourth edition contains feature boxes on cultural influences and significant ideas and events, and increased coverage of women's contributions and religions other than Christianity. For a one-or two-semester undergraduate course. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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