Sir Lionel Bridgemont, a wealthy young English traveller, and Lavinia Buenafè, a young well-born Portuguese girl, had thought, ten years ago when they were betrothed, that their love was forever. But Lionel abandoned her, miserably, breaking her heart. He has continued his wandering life; she has married a wealthy nobleman and become a widow. Now the news of his forthcoming marriage reaches her, and she writes to him to suggest that they return each other's letters. Considering that they are...

When the Winds of Change Blow, Build a Windmill

What makes an AP® World History textbook different? For Strayer/Nelson, it’s the combination of two things: an historical narrative with themes of context, change, comparison, and connection, coupled with pedagogy that gives students both the content and analysis skills they need to succeed.

Ways of the World is organized around the 4 historical periods suggested by the Course and Exam Description framework. The scope and sequence aligns beau...