GCSE Modern World History Student Book by Ben Walsh

Master the complexities of the 20th century with the second edition of Ben Walsh’s market-leading GCSE History textbook. This resource is meticulously designed to cover the core content of all major GCSE specifications, providing a perfect balance of deep historical explanation and carefully curated source material.

Whether you are studying for AQA, Edexcel, or OCR, this book provides the depth and clarity needed to secure top grades.

Tailored for Modern Specifications

This edition has been fully updated to meet the latest requirements of the major exam boards, including:

• OCR Focus: Includes a dedicated British Depth Study (1906–1918).

• Edexcel Focus: Extended coverage of the USA (1941–1980).

• Global Depth Studies: Comprehensive units on the most popular options and depth studies chosen by schools globally.

Interactive Learning Features

Designed to transform students into independent historians, this book includes:

• Focus Tasks: Specific activities that deepen understanding of complex historical narratives.

• Enquiry-Led Activities: Exercises designed to develop evaluative and investigative skills using primary and secondary evidence.

• Exam Preparation: Integrated questions and tasks that mirror exam formats to build confidence and technique.

• Independent Study: Structured to support both classroom teaching and individual revision.

What’s New?

• Updated Content: Fully revised to align with the latest syllabus changes and modern historical interpretations.

• Expanded Core Units: More content on international relations and superpower dynamics.

• Improved Pedagogy: Incorporates the latest developments in history teaching to ensure information is accessible and engaging.

Product Specifications

• Author: Ben Walsh

• Level: GCSE / IGCSE

• Suitability: AQA, Edexcel, and OCR Modern World History Specifications

• Format: Comprehensive Student Coursebook