Streams of Civilization Vol. 2: Cultures in Conflict Since the Reformation [Hardcover]

Garry J. Moes (Author), Eric Bristley (Author), Garry Moes (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1930367465 | ISBN-13: 978-1930367463 | Publication Date: 1995 | Edition: 2nd

This book covers the events of world history with an emphasis on European and American culture since the Reformation. Each chapter traces a particular theme within a particular time period. The principal themes include the history of Christianity and philosophy with their results in culture, politics, economics, society, science, and technology. A time line at the beginning of each chapter will help the reader to see the chronological relationships between the events discussed in the text. Throughout the text, particular points of interest, focusing on specific individuals and events, provide further information. Maps and photographs, as well as artwork of a particular period, add to the overall impact of the book. Thought-provoking questions given at the end of each chapter will encourage students to think through the Christian implications of the material and its relevance for today's world. In addition, a list of important words and concepts at the end of the chapter will aid the student in focusing on the most significant ideas discussed in the chapter. Suggested projects can also enliven the topics being covered as a particular activity is carried out by an individual or a class. A reading list is provided to suggest resources for further study; an extensive index will also enable the student to use the book for reference in years to come.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 438 pages
• Publisher: Christian Liberty Press; 2nd edition (1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1930367465
• ISBN-13: 978-1930367463
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #95,046 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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33 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good History Text, January 21, 2006

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Lori J. Leeke (Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Streams of Civilization Vol. 2: Cultures in Conflict Since the Reformation (Hardcover)

One of the few world history texts that combines a biblical worldview, creation science, and church history; it gives a solid overview of civilization. It has fair inclusion of both creationist and evolutionist theory of beginnings. The authors treat the Bible as one reliable historical document to be included among all the rest. This is an EXCELLENT introduction to western civilization, interesting, clear and full of opportunities for discussion. Major world cultures, religions, and their development are explained with the aid of maps, timelines, and graphics. This material provides information for classroom conversation which will in turn help the students to process, apply, and remember what they are reading. Take it further and enhance the students' learning with biographies, films, picture books, and historical fiction novels.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Tributary Worth the Study, June 6, 2009

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Mrs. E. S. (Washington - state of..) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Streams of Civilization Vol. 2: Cultures in Conflict Since the Reformation (Hardcover)

I wrote this in answer to the two negative responses, which apparently were written by two who seem to have an anti-religious bias. This book is well written. I have read many texts citing secular and catholic contributions, but have noticed a dearth of reformed influences, which this text corrects. As for the 20th century coverage, it is outstanding. So often the most radical leftist activists are given extensive coverage, neglecting imporant history - examples: the Korean war, Christian responses to secularism, the scourge of communism and gulags. This book gives good coverage to all the above, while maintaing the milestones that constitute the 20th century.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good non-revisionist History Text, August 21, 2010

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Angela Harry (washington,DC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Streams of Civilization Vol. 2: Cultures in Conflict Since the Reformation (Hardcover)

I appreciate that this book has been easy to use for my 8th-10th grade children. It is well laid out, interesting, and (importantly, to me) non revisionist. It does not paint Che as a hero/revolutionary, nor Mao as someone misunderstood. It does include religion and Christianity in the context of history, as any book should. Christianity and History are irrevocably intertwined.

Anyone who insists that topics like the Civil War are too briefly touched upon, may I remind them that this textbook covers European and American culture since the reformation in 425 pages; including charts, maps, photos,etc. The civil war is, however, covered on pages 90,160,172,221,271,273 and 408. I might have missed some. This is a student textbook. As is the case in a high school course, the overview is all that is really covered while going truly in depth is reserved for advanced studies. There is a lot to cover in History from the time kids are old enough to grasp the complexities to any real degree to the time they graduate. Please keep your reviews on a textbook for 13-18 year old high school students grounded in that understanding. Of course there will be some amount of detail glossed over on each and every topic.

I would recommend this book. I was particularly appreciative of the coverage of people like Washington Gladden (the "father" of christian socialism) who emphasized social action rather than belief as a means of following Jesus. It is very interesting and relevant to the course of History.