A Concise History of Modern Europe - Liberty, Equality, Solidarity

In this concise, accessible introductory survey of the history of the United States from 1790 to the present day, Edward J. Davies examines key themes in the evolution of America from colonial rule to international supremacy.

Focusing particularly on those currents within US history that have influenced the rest of the world, the book is neatly divided into three parts which examine the Atlantic world, 1700–1800, the US and the industrial world, and the emergence of America as a global power. The United States in World History explores such key issues as:

• the dynamics of the British Atlantic community
• the American revolution
• the impact of industrialization on the US
• the expansion of US consumer and cultural industries
• the Cold War, and its implications for the US.

Part of our successful Themes in World History series, The United States in World History presents a new way of examining the United States, and reveals how concepts that originated in America's definition of itself as a nation – concepts such as capitalism, republicanism and race – have had supranational impact across the world.

• Concise, readable single volume covering Europe from the early nineteenth century through the early twenty-first century
• Vigorous interpretation of events reflects a fresh, concise perspective on European history
• Clear and thought-provoking treatment of major historical themes
• Lively narrative reflects complexity of modern European history, but remains accessible to those unfamiliar with the field

The Modern Law of Contract is a clear and logical introductory textbook, written by a leading author and lecturer with over thirty years teaching and examining experience.

Offering a carefully tailored overview of all key topics for LLB and GDL courses, this tenth edition has been thoroughly updated and presents learning features that will help students to:

• Understand and remember core topics: boxed chapter summaries offer a useful checklist for students, while illustrative diagrams help to clarify difficult concepts
• Identify important cases and assess their relevance: ‘Key Case’ features highlight and contextualise the most significant cases
• Reflect on how contract law operates in context: Highlighted 'for thought' features ask students to consider 'what if' scenarios, while ‘in focus’ features offer critical commentary on the law
• Consolidate learning and prepare for assessment: the book’s Companion Website presents chapter-by-chapter Multiple-Choice Questions; a Flashcard glossary; contract law skills advice; PowerPoint slides of the diagrams within the book; and sample essay questions.

Clearly written and easy to use, The Modern Law of Contract enables undergraduate students of contract law to fully engage with the topic and gain a profound understanding of this fundamental area.