An Age of Voyages, 1350-1600 [Hardcover]

In accessible language supported by prolific illustrations and primary sources, Wiesner-Hanks covers the age of exploration from Europe into Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas. Quotes from leaders, philosophers, merchants, and voyagers draw readers into the time period. Told through the words and experiences of the people who lived it- kings, queens, and commoners, priests and lay people, explorers, scientists, artists, and world travelers- this is a world history for a new generation.In accessible language supported by prolific illustrations and primary sources, Wiesner-Hanks covers the age of exploration from Europe into Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas. Quotes from leaders, philosophers, merchants, and voyagers draw readers into the time period. Told through the words and experiences of the people who lived it- kings, queens, and commoners, priests and lay people, explorers, scientists, artists, and world travelers- this is a world history for a new generation.Merry Wiesner-Hanksis a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee where she teaches World History. Her publications includeThe Renaissance and Reformation: A History in Documents,The Marvelous Hairy Girls: The Gonzales Sisters and their Worlds, andReligious Transformations in the Early Modern World: A Brief Study with Documents.A unique telling of a time of great change and discovery.