Civilization: Past and Present, Volume Two, Fifth Edition

The book is in fair condition, with noticeable wear on the cover illustration and some discoloration on the cloth cover. The binding remains intact, and the pages are clean and unmarked. No dust jacket is included, and there are no signs of inscriptions or signatures.

"Civilization: Past and Present, Volume Two, Fifth Edition" is authored by T. Walter Wallbank, Alastair M. Taylor, and George Barr Carson, Jr., and published by Scott, Foresman and Company in 1960. This hardcover edition, printed in multiple U.S. locations including Chicago and Atlanta, offers a comprehensive examination of world history and cultural developments. The authors, esteemed professors from the University of Southern California, Queen's University, and Oregon State University, bring their expertise to this scholarly work. This fifth edition is particularly notable for its updated content reflecting the historical scholarship of the time. While the book does not include a dust jacket, the cover features a striking illustration. The condition of the book is consistent with its age, showing some wear. This edition remains a valuable resource for students and enthusiasts of historical and cultural studies.