Pearson, 8th edition paperback edited by Mark A. Kishlansky. Volume 1 covers readings from the beginning to 1715 and includes primary-source excerpts, section questions, and scholarly introductions. Pages are intact and fully readable; spine and covers show edge wear, scuffing, and light creasing from normal classroom use. Corners are slightly bumped and there are sticker remnants on the back cover. Textblock is clean with typical page tanning. A solid classroom/textbook copy for students or readers seeking primary-source materials in Western civilization.