World History, Book 2, covers the years 1201–1900 and focuses on renaissances, reformations, and revolutions. Part 1, The Renaissance in the East, explores cultural revival and brilliance in the Middle East and Near East. Lessons include China’s Renaissance in Ink Painting and The Development of Japanese Culture. Part 2, The Reformation, connects changes in religion, geography, and politics. Lessons include Martin Luther: By Faith Alone and Counterpoint: Monks and Meditation in the Orient. Part 3, Kings and Nations, studies monarchs who ruled to the benefit of their people and those who ruled at their expense. Lessons include The Rise of Monarchies and Tribal Organization in Africa. Part 5, The Age of Revolution, considers factors that contributed to sudden shifts in power. Lessons include France: Revolution and Terror and Human Rights: A Giant Leap for Mankind. Part 5, After Napoleon: Tradition vs. Change, considers revolutions in philosophy, science, literature, and art. Lessons include Industrialism: Invention and Art: The Human Image in History.