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11. Consumerism in World History

    The Global Transformation of Desire

    By Peter N. Stearns

    Series: Themes in World History

    The desire to acquire luxury goods and leisure services is a basic force in modern life. This second edition of Consumerism in World History draws on recent research and explores both the historical origins and world-wide appeal of this modern phenomenon....

    Published January 3rd 2002 by Routledge
12. Gender in World History

    By Peter N. Stearns

    Series: Themes in World History

    From classical times to the twentieth century, Gender in World History is a fascinating exploration of what happens to established ideas about men and women, and their roles, when difficult cultural systems come into contact....

    Published January 3rd 2002 by Routledge
13. Encyclopedia of Social History

    Edited by Peter N. Stearns

    Published November 30th 1993 by Routledge