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Approved by AQA and tailored to the latest specification, Revolution and Dictatorship: Russia 1917-1953 helps students understand the practice of communism in Russia. It explores:• Marxism, Leninism and Stalinism• ideological control and dictatorshipEvents and developments are covered with precision.Focus on skills building and exam practiceKey features are:• Source-Based Learning. Includes a wide range of sources and extracts to develop vital skills in historical interpretation and source analysis• Exam Practice. Features exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare and performPerfect for any student studying AQA AS or A Level History, this book helps students achieve success in Revolution and Dictatorship: Russia 1917-1953.

Approved by AQA and tailored to the latest specification, The Cold War c1945-1991 helps students understand the evolving course of international relations during an era of tension between communist and capitalist powers. It explores:• communism and anti-communism• aggression and détente• the power of nuclear technologyEvents and developments are covered with precision.Focus on skills building and exam practiceKey features are:• Source-Based Learning. Includes a wide range of sources and extracts to develop vital skills in historical interpretation and source analysis• Exam Practice. Features exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare and performPerfect for any student studying AQA AS or A Level History, this book helps students achieve success in The Cold War c1945-1991.

Approved by AQA and tailored to the latest specification, International Relations and Global Conflict c1890-1941 helps students understand a period in which political ambitions and rivalries between nations plunged the world into major wars.It explores:• nationalism• militarism• the balance of powerEvents and developments are covered with precision.Focus on skills building and exam practiceKey features are:• Source-Based Learning. Includes a wide range of sources and extracts to develop vital skills in historical interpretation and source analysis• Exam Practice. Features exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare and performPerfect for any student studying AQA AS or A Level History, this book helps students achieve success in International Relations and Global Conflict c1890-1941.

Approved by AQA and tailored to the latest specification, The American Dream: Reality and Illusion 1945-1980 helps students understand the challenges faced by the USA at home and abroad as it emerged from the Second World War as a superpower. It explores:• American identity• anti-communism• ethnic identitiesEvents and developments are covered with precision.Focus on skills building and exam practiceKey features are:• Source-Based Learning. Includes a wide range of sources and extracts to develop vital skills in historical interpretation and source analysis• Exam Practice. Features exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare and performPerfect for any student studying AQA AS or A Level History, this book helps students achieve success in The American Dream: Reality and Illusion 1945-1980.

Approved by AQA and tailored to the latest specification, The Transformation of China 1936-1997 helps students understand the reasons for and the maintenance of communist rule in China, and the transformation of China into a modern state.It explores:• Maoism• mass mobilisation• economic control• ideological changeEvents and developments are covered with precision.Focus on skills building and exam practiceKey features are:• Source-Based Learning. Includes a wide range of sources and extracts to develop vital skills in historical interpretation and source analysis• Exam Practice. Features exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare and performPerfect for any student studying AQA AS or A Level History, this book helps students achieve success in The Transformation of China 1936-1997.

Approved by AQA and tailored to the latest specification, Wars and Welfare: Britain in Transition 1906-1957 helps students understand a transformative period of British history, during which democratically elected government faced a series of challenges, and British society underwent fundamental change.It explores:• reform• patriotism• pacifismEvents and developments are covered with precision.Focus on skills building and exam practiceKey features are:• Source-Based Learning. Includes a wide range of sources and extracts to develop vital skills in historical interpretation and source analysis• Exam Practice. Features exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare and performPerfect for any student studying AQA AS or A Level History, this book helps students achieve success in Wars and Welfare: Britain in Transition 1906-1957.

A comprehensive and student-friendly guide to Tudor England, this trusted textbook has been fully approved by AQA and carefully matched to the GCSE History specification, helping students develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed for exam success.Covering the fascinating Tudor period in depth, this resource explores key historical themes including change and continuity, cause and consequence, and the development of monarchy, society, and the economy. Through a series of important historical questions, students are encouraged to investigate how effectively the Tudors strengthened royal power and how life in England changed during this transformative era.Designed to build both subject knowledge and essential exam skills, the book helps students make meaningful connections between the six key themes of the specification. Carefully chosen historical sources, interpretations, and extracts provide valuable opportunities to develop critical analysis skills and deepen understanding of historical evidence.Practice questions, exam-style activities, and expert study tips throughout the book help students become familiar with assessment requirements while building confidence in tackling GCSE exam questions effectively.Perfect for classroom learning, revision, and independent study, this accessible resource supports students every step of the way as they prepare for their GCSE History examinations.Key Features & Benefits• Fully Approved for AQA GCSE History - Matched to the 2015 specification for reliable curriculum coverage.• Comprehensive Tudor Coverage - Explores key developments in monarchy, society, politics, and the economy.• Develops Historical Thinking Skills - Encourages analysis of interpretations, evidence, and historical sources.• Supports Exam Preparation - Includes practice questions and activities based on GCSE assessment styles.• Builds Confidence & Understanding - Helps students make connections across the key themes of the Tudor period.• Ideal for Study & Revision - Features study tips and guidance to support independent learning and exam success.Why Readers Love This BookStudents and teachers value this clear, accessible guide for its combination of detailed historical content and practical exam support. By bringing Tudor England to life while developing essential GCSE skills, it provides an excellent foundation for academic success and a deeper understanding of one of the most important periods in British history.

Approved by AQA and tailored to the latest specification, Stuart Britain and the Crisis of Monarchy 1603-1702 helps students understand issues of change, continuity, and cause and consequence in this period of British history. It explores:• how the monarchy changed during Stuart Britain• why there were disputes over religion• how effective the opposition was• how important ideologies and individuals wereMake connections between the six key thematic questions in the specificationFocus on skills building and exam practiceKey features are:• Source-Based Learning. Includes a wide range of sources and extracts to develop vital skills in historical interpretation and source analysis• Exam Practice. Features exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare and performPerfect for any student studying AQA AS or A Level History, this book helps students achieve success in Stuart Britain and the Crisis of Monarchy 1603-1702.

A comprehensive guide to the making of modern Britain, this AQA-approved textbook is tailored to the latest AS and A Level History specification, helping students explore the political, economic, social, and international developments that shaped Britain between 1951 and 2007.Covering more than five decades of change, this accessible resource examines the key events, individuals, and developments that transformed modern British society. Students explore important topics including government and opposition, class and cultural change, and significant political and social developments, building a thorough understanding of the forces that influenced contemporary Britain.Designed with a strong focus on skills development, the book encourages students to analyse evidence, evaluate historical interpretations, and construct well-supported arguments. Carefully selected historical sources and extracts provide valuable opportunities to develop critical thinking and source analysis skills that are essential for success in AS and A Level History.Throughout the book, exam-style questions and practical study guidance help students become familiar with assessment requirements while building confidence in responding effectively to examination questions.Ideal for classroom learning, independent study, and revision, this trusted resource provides the knowledge and exam support needed to help students achieve their full potential.Key Features & Benefits• Approved for AQA AS & A Level History - Fully aligned with the latest specification requirements.• Explores Modern Britain in Depth - Covers major political, economic, social, and international changes from 1951 to 2007.• Develops Historical Analysis Skills - Encourages evaluation of evidence, interpretations, and historical arguments.• Extensive Source-Based Learning - Features a wide range of historical sources and extracts to support deeper understanding.• Exam-Focused Support - Includes exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare with confidence.• Ideal for Study & Revision - Supports classroom learning, independent study, and exam preparation.Why Readers Love This BookStudents and teachers appreciate its clear explanations, strong focus on exam success, and comprehensive coverage of modern British history. Combining detailed subject knowledge with practical skills development, it provides an excellent foundation for achieving success in AQA AS and A Level History examinations.

Approved by AQA and tailored to the latest specification, The Crisis of Communism: The USSR and the Soviet Empire 1953-2000 helps students understand a period of the practice and demise of Soviet communism.It explores:• de-Stalinisation• 'people power' • leadership • legitimacyEvents and developments are covered with precision.Focus on skills building and exam practiceKey features are:• Source-Based Learning. Includes a wide range of sources and extracts to develop vital skills in historical interpretation and source analysis• Exam Practice. Features exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare and performPerfect for any student studying AQA AS or A Level History, this book helps students achieve success in The Crisis of Communism: The USSR and the Soviet Empire 1953-2000.

Approved by AQA and tailored to the latest specification, Challenge and Transformation: Britain c1851-1964 helps students understand in-breadth issues of change, continuity, and cause and consequence in this period of British history.It explores:• how democracy and political organisations developed in Britain• the importance of ideas and ideologies• how society and social policy developedEvents and developments are covered with precision.Focus on skills building and exam practiceKey features are:• Source-Based Learning. Includes a wide range of sources and extracts to develop vital skills in historical interpretation and source analysis• Exam Practice. Features exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare and performPerfect for any student studying AQA AS or A Level History, this book helps students achieve success in Challenge and Transformation: Britain c1851-1964.

Approved by AQA and tailored to the latest specification, The Quest for Political Stability: Germany 1871-1991 helps students understand issues of change, continuity, and cause and consequence in this period of German history. It explores:• how Germany was governed • the extent of social and cultural change • how effective the opposition wasMake connections between the six key thematic questions in the specificationFocus on skills building and exam practiceKey features are:• Source-Based Learning. Includes a wide range of sources and extracts to develop vital skills in historical interpretation and source analysis• Exam Practice. Features exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare and performPerfect for any student studying AQA AS or A Level History, this book helps students achieve success in The Quest for Political Stability: Germany 1871-1991.

Approved by AQA and tailored to the latest specification, The Making of a Superpower: USA 1865-1975 helps students understand issues of change, continuity, and cause and consequence in this period of American history. It explores:• how the role of the USA in world affairs changed• how united the USA was during this periodMake connections between the six key thematic questions in the specificationFocus on skills building and exam practiceKey features are:• Source-Based Learning. Includes a wide range of sources and extracts to develop vital skills in historical interpretation and source analysis• Exam Practice. Features exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare and performPerfect for any student studying AQA AS or A Level History, this book helps students achieve success in The Making of a Superpower: USA 1865-1975.

Approved by AQA and tailored to the latest specification, Religious Conflict and the Church in England C.1529-C.1570 helps students understand a period of major change in the English Church and government, and the issues which led England to break with Rome.It explores:• Humanism• Protestantism • the relationship between Church and stateEvents and developments are covered with precision.Focus on skills building and exam practiceKey features are:• Source-Based Learning. Includes a wide range of sources and extracts to develop vital skills in historical interpretation and source analysis• Exam Practice. Features exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare and performPerfect for any student studying AQA AS or A Level History, this book helps students achieve success in Religious Conflict and the Church in England C.1529-C.1570.

Approved by AQA and tailored to the latest specification, The English Revolution 1625-1660 helps students understand the period of major change in-depth.Events and developments are covered with precision.Focus on skills building and exam practiceKey features are:• Source-Based Learning. Includes a wide range of sources and extracts to develop vital skills in historical interpretation and source analysis• Exam Practice. Features exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare and performPerfect for any student studying AQA AS or A Level History, this book helps students achieve success in The English Revolution 1625-1660.

Approved by AQA and tailored to the latest specification, France in Revolution 1774-1815 helps students understand a key period of history which was to change the relationship between the ruler and the governed, not only in France but throughout Europe and, in time, the wider world.It explores:• absolutism• enlightenment• republic • dictatorshipEvents and developments are covered with precision.Focus on skills building and exam practiceKey features are:• Source-Based Learning. Includes a wide range of sources and extracts to develop vital skills in historical interpretation and source analysis• Exam Practice. Features exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare and performPerfect for any student studying AQA AS or A Level History, this book helps students achieve success in France in Revolution 1774-1815.

This The Tudors: England 1485-1603 Revision Guide is part of the bestselling Oxford AQA History for A Level series. Written to match the new AQA specification, this series helps you deepen your historical knowledge and develop vital analytical and evaluation skills. This revision guide offers the clearly structured revision approach of Recap, Apply, and Review to prepare you for exam success. Step-by-step exam practice strategies for all AQA question types are provided (including Extract Analysis and essays linked to Key Questions), as well as well-researched, targeted guidance based on what we now know from the new AQA examiner's reports on The Tudors England. Our original author team is back, offering expert advice, AS and A Level exam-style questions and Examiner Tips. Contents checklists help monitor revision progress; example student answers and suggested activity answers help you review your own work. This guide is perfect for use alongside the Student Books or as a stand-alone resource for independent revision.

This Democracy and Nazism: Germany 1918-1945 Revision Guide is part of the bestselling Oxford AQA History for A Level series. Written to match the new AQA specification, this series helps you deepen your historical knowledge and develop vital analytical and evaluation skills. This revision guide offers the clearly structured revision approach of Recap, Apply, and Review to prepare you for exam success. Step-by-step exam practice strategies for all AQA question types are provided (including Source Analysis and essays linked to Key Concepts), as well as well-researched, targeted guidance based on what we now know from the new AQA examiner's reports on Democracy and Nazism Germany. Our original author team is back, offering expert advice, AS and A Level exam-style questions and Examiner Tips. Contents checklists help monitor revision progress; example student answers and suggested activity answers help you review your own work. This guide is perfect for use alongside the Student Books or as a stand-alone resource for independent revision.

This Tsarist and Communist Russia 1855-1964 Revision Guide is part of the bestselling Oxford AQA History for A Level series. Written to match the new AQA specification, this series helps you deepen your historical knowledge and develop vital analytical and evaluation skills. This revision guide offers the clearly structured revision approach of Recap, Apply, and Review to prepare you for exam success. Step-by-step exam practice strategies for all AQA question types are provided (including Extract Analysis and essays linked to Key Questions), as well as well-researched, targeted guidance based on what we now know from the new AQA examiner's reports on Tsarist Russia. Our original author team is back, offering expert advice, AS and A Level exam-style questions and Examiner Tips. Contents checklists help monitor revision progress; example student answers and suggested activity answers help you review your own work. This guide is perfect for use alongside the Student Books or as a stand-alone resource for independent revision.

This The Making of Modern Britain 1951-2007 Revision Guide is part of the bestselling Oxford AQA History for A Level series. Written to match the new AQA specification, this series helps you deepen your historical knowledge and develop vital analytical and evaluation skills. This revision guide offers the clearly structured revision approach of Recap, Apply, and Review to prepare you for exam success. Step-by-step exam practice strategies for all AQA question types are provided (including Source Analysis and essays linked to Key Concepts), as well as well-researched, targeted guidance based on what we now know from the new AQA examiner's reports on Modern Britain. Our original author team is back, offering expert advice, AS and A Level exam-style questions and Examiner Tips. Contents checklists help monitor revision progress; example student answers and suggested activity answers help you review your own work. This guide is perfect for use alongside the Student Books or as a stand-alone resource for independent revision.

This Revolution and Dictatorship: Russia 1917-1953 Revision Guide is part of the bestselling Oxford AQA History for A Level series developed by Sally Waller. Written to match the new AQA specification, this series helps you deepen your historical knowledge and develop vital analytical and evaluation skills. This revision guide offers the clearly structured revision approach of Recap, Apply, and Review to prepare you for exam success. Step-by-step exam practice strategies for all AQA question types are provided (including Source Analysis and essays linked to Key Concepts), as well as well-researched, targeted guidance based on what we now know from the new AQA examiner's reports on Russia. Our original author team is back, offering expert advice, AS and A Level exam-style questions and Examiner Tips. Contents checklists help monitor revision progress; example student answers and suggested activity answers help you review your own work. This guide is perfect for use alongside the Student Books or as a stand-alone resource for independent revision.

Part of the bestselling Oxford AQA History for A Level series.Designed to match the AQA specification, this guide supports students in deepening their historical understanding and sharpening analytical skills, using a clear and effective revision structure.• Expertly developed by Sally Waller and the original author team, with insights from the latest AQA examiner reports• Follows a clearly structured revision approach of Recap, Apply, Review to reinforce learning and boost exam confidence• Targeted guidance and step-by-step strategies for tackling all AQA question types, including Source Analysis and Key Concept essays• Content checklists, examiner tips, and model answers are included to help track progress and review your workPerfect for use alongside the Student Book or as a stand-alone resource for independent revision.

Part of the Oxford AQA History for A Level seriesApproved by AQAUpdated as part of our commitment to the inclusive presentation of diverse histories and to reflect the world around us. This Student Book covers both AS and A Level content, and supports students in exploring the complexities of the British Empire through engaging thematic questions, such as:How did the Empire influence British attitudes and culture? And how did indigenous peoples respond to British rule?- Expertly developed by a team led by Sally Waller, an experienced author with senior examination experience- With input from specialist historians, including Mishka Sinha and Emily Manktelow- Explores key themes such as change, continuity, and cause and consequence- Builds essential skills in historical source analysis with carefully selected extracts- Will enable you to understand and make connections between the key questions covered in the specification- Includes exam-style questions to practice, and study tips to support confident exam preparationPerfect for use alongside Kerboodle.

This Second Edition of Democracy and Nazism: Germany 1918-1945 Student Book is part of the Oxford AQA History for A Level series. Updated as part of our commitment to the inclusive presentation of diverse histories, this textbook has been approved by AQA. Developed by an expert team led by Sally Waller, an experienced author with senior examining experience, this revised textbook has been reviewed by expert historians including Helen McCord from the Centre for Holocaust Education. It covers in depth a period of Germany's history during which a newly developed democratic form of government gave way to a dictatorial Nazi regime. It focuses on key ideas such as nationalism, antisemitism and Social Darwinism. You can further develop vital skills such as source analyses via specially selected sources. Practice Questions and Study Tips provide additional support to help familiarise yourself with the exam-style questions, and will help you achieve your best in the exam. Perfect for use alongside Kerboodle Online Learning.