Cambridge IGCSE™ and O Level History Option B: the 20th Century Coursebook with Digital Access (2 Years)

The third edition of this series supports teachers and learners of Cambridge IGCSE™ and O Level History Option B: the 20th Century (0470/2147/0977) for examination from 2024.

Paul Grey (Author), Rosemarie Little (Author), Robin Macpherson (Author), John Etty (Author)

9781009289597, Cambridge University Press

Multiple-component retail product, published 20 July 2023

400 pages
27.6 x 21.9 x 2.1 cm, 1.13 kg

Help your learners discover a curiosity for exploring the past with our new history coursebook with digital access. Endorsed for Option B, the 20th Century, this resource provides comprehensive coverage of all six core Key Questions as well as five depth studies, including Germany, Russia, USA, The First World War and The Second World War. From essay writing support and highlighted key terms, to source analysis and revision tips, this clear and accessible coursebook is ideal for international learners. Access your digital resource on Cambridge GO.

How to use this series
How to use this book
Introduction
Introduction to command words
Introductory chapters
Introduction Part 1: What is the big picture of the 20th century?
Introduction Part 2: The First World War
Section A: Core content
Key Question 1: Was the Treaty of Versailles fair?
Key Question 2: To what extent was the League of Nations a success?
Key Question 3: How far was Hitler's foreign policy to blame for the outbreak of war in Europe in 1939?
Key Question 4: Who was to blame for the Cold War?
Key Question 5
How effectively did the USA contain the spread of communism?
Key Question 6: How secure was the USSR's control over Eastern Europe, 1948–c.1989?
Section B: Depth studies
Germany, 1918-45
Russia, 1905-41
The United States, 1919-41
The First World War, 1914-18 (digital resource)
The Second World War in Europe and the Asia-Pacific, 1939-c.1945 (digital resource)
Preparing for assessment
Glossary
Acknowledgements
Index.

Subject Areas: Educational: History [YQH]