Words That Changed the World

This enticing, informative series clearly and succinctly explains the background to some of the most important documents in history. These inspiring words have changed the world. Each book looks at the context in which the document was produced, the text itself, its immediate impact, and its influence. Either the full text or significant excerpts of each document is presented. Accessible, fascinating, and completely engrossing, this series will help readers understand the incredible significance of these seminal works.

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Series Review: Words that Changed the World
"Scattered throughout the texts are a good number of well-captioned, color illustrations and photos. These books are valuable resources for teachers and students doing research projects across the curriculum."
--School Library Journal

Series Review: Words that Changed the World
"This very interesting, informative series will be of use to students studying the history of these writings or the times in which they were produced, or the philosophical underpinnings of the works. Each book contains a helpful introduction, a brief table of contents, a glossary, and "More Information."...Each book contains a link to the publisher's website where pertinent websites can be found...Each volume connects the work to current times, making discussion more relevant for students."
--Library Media Connection
Library Set List: $159.20 / S&L: $119.40

Reading Level: 7

Interest Level: 7-12+

Product type : Library Set
ISBN : 978-1-4488-1672-9
Copyright : 2011
Language : English
Category : History, Writing
Pages : 128
Trim : 6 1/2" x 9 1/8"
Subject : History, Writing
BISAC : JNF025000
Web Sites • Further Reading • Author Biography • For Further Information Section • Index • Glossary
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Understanding The Declaration of Independence

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Understanding Rachel Carson's Silent Spring

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Understanding Thoreau's "Civil Disobedience"

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