Sinopsis

SHP Advanced History Core Texts are the Schools History Project's acclaimed new books for A level History. These books apply SHP's two decades of curriculum development experience to the challenge of helping students make the leap from GCSE to A level. They offer: -clear and penetrating narrative - comprehensively explaining the content required for examination success -thought provoking and relevant activities that explore the content and help students think analytically about the subject -thorough exam preparation through carefully designed tasks that address the distinctive requirements of A Level history -a wide range of revision strategies including structured content summaries Additional features include: -A focus route pathway for independent learners -Learning Trouble Spots - which address common misunderstandings -diagrammatic summaries of key areas of content and historical issues -accessible summaries of recent historical debates. This book is an advanced core text on the reign of Elizabeth I 1558-1603. It is designed to give students an insight into the nature of, and the achievements and failures of, Elizabeth's governments. It investigates the changing nature of English society at this time, and explores the ongoing historiographical debate about the period. It offers examination preparation for A Level students, along with a range of student helps to bridge the conceptual and skills gap between GCSE and A Level. There is practical guidance in essay writing and revision, along with opportunities for active learning, including decision-making exercises and source-based investigations.