Western Civilization, A Brief History

Western Civilization, A Brief History, 11th Edition, provides an introduction to political, cultural, and intellectual history. Written for the Western Civilization survey course, the textbook pairs a firm foundation in political history with an examination of the significance of major ideas and contributions.

The volume is an abridged version of Western Civilization: Ideas, Politics, and Society. Its narrative presents historical developments in an accessible, flexible format suited for instructors and students.

Study features include comparative timelines, full-color art essays, and primary source excerpts or boxes in each chapter to support historical inquiry.