Discusses the events and achievements of the twentieth century that transformed the world.

Covers major events and discoveries of the twentieth century.

Contains essays that examine significant events in the history of the early twentieth century from 1901 to 1940, covering world politics, society and culture, l

Presents essays arranged in chronological order on key world events that occurred in such areas as politics, science, medicine, communications, literature, musi

The aftershocks of the volatile 20th century will be felt for generations to come. In order to understand the current and future direction of the world, it is i