The Great Courses: Turning Points In Modern History 4-Disc Set

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THE GREAT COURSES: TURNING POINTS IN MODERN HISTORY 4-DISC SET

The Great Courses series is renowned for its ability to take complex topics and distill them into engaging, accessible formats. The Turning Points in Modern History 4-Disc Set is a particularly compelling installment that encourages viewers to explore pivotal moments that have significantly shaped our world. This series delves into the political, social, and cultural transformations that have occurred over the past few centuries, providing valuable insights into how these events have led to the modern landscape we see today.

This comprehensive set is ideally structured to guide learners through various epochs, focusing on events that represent critical junctures in political and social thought. Each disc covers different themes, events, and figures, portraying a vivid picture of how history has been influenced by both grand and ordinary circumstances.

Some of the key topics covered in this series include:

The Age of Revolution: This section examines the transformative revolutions that swept across continents, from the American and French revolutions to the Latin American struggles for independence, highlighting the ideological and social ramifications of these upheavals.

Industrialization: Focusing on the Industrial Revolution, this portion analyzes the shift from agrarian economies to industrialized ones, discussing how this drastic transformation affected social structures, labor laws, and class dynamics.

World Wars: The impact of the World Wars is scrutinized, revealing how these conflicts reshaped borders, initiated major demographic shifts, and led to the establishment of international organizations aimed at preventing future conflicts.

The Cold War: This section provides a detailed account of the political tension between the United States and the Soviet Union, examining how ideological battles over communism and capitalism influenced global dynamics and led to proxy wars.

Globalization: The series concludes with an exploration of how increasing interconnectedness has defined modern society, touching on economic, cultural, and technological exchanges that have transcended borders.

Each disc features expert lecturers who are not only knowledgeable in their fields but also skilled at communicating complex ideas in a relatable manner. Their engaging teaching styles draw viewers into the discussions, making it easy to grasp intricate historical narratives.

Additionally, the set is enriched with visual aids, including maps, photographs, and primary source materials, enabling viewers to contextualize the events being discussed and visualize their impacts on different regions and civilizations.

For anyone interested in history, politics, and sociology, this 4-disc set is an invaluable resource that offers a deep dive into the turning points that have defined modern civilization. Whether you're a student, educator, or a history enthusiast, this series is designed to enhance your understanding of how the past continues to influence our present and future.

Overall, the Turning Points in Modern History series serves as not only an educational experience but also a thought-provoking journey that encourages viewers to reflect on the lessons learned from history and how they can apply those insights to today’s world.
DISC 1

1433—The Great Voyages of Admiral Zheng He

1453—The Fall of Constantinople

1455—Gutenberg's Print Revolution

1492—The Columbian Exchange

1600—The British East India Company

1648—The Treaty of Westphalia

DISC 2

1676—Van Leeuwenhoek's Microscope

1751—Diderot's Enlightenment Encyclopedia

1787—The American Experiment

1789—The French Revolution

1838—The British Slavery Abolition Act

1839—The Opium War in China

DISC 3

1859—Darwin and the Origin of Species

1869—Binding Continents

1893—First Women Voters in New Zealand

1896—The Invention of Motion Pictures

1903—Kitty Hawk and Powered Flight

1904—The Russo-Japanese War

DISC 4

1928—The Discovery of Penicillin

1942—The Dawn of the Atom

1969—Walking on the Moon

1972—China Enters the World Beler

1989—The Fall of the Berlin Wall

2004—The Rise of Social Media

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