Summary:
ATH: OCR A Themes in History
Endorsed by OCR, this series is designed for A2 students studying the OCR A Historical Themes Unit. The narrative is structured thematically to enable students to view similarities and differences across time; to draw conclusions from these comparisions, and therefore to develop their synoptic skills. Each chapter includes:

* examination advice and practice
* model exam questions and marked answers to help students understand and develop their synoptic skills
* a glossary of key words to improve students' historical vocabulary
* key issues to consider throughout each chapter
* revision strategies to help students consolidate learning, such as timelines of key events and summary diagrams.

Russia and its Rulers 1855-1964
This theme examines the nature of Russian government and its influence on society and people. The theme is explored under the following headings:
* Russian rulers
* The nature of government
* The impact of the dictatorial regimes on the economy and society of the Russian Empire and the USSR
* Impact of war and revolution on the development of Russian government

The author
Andrew Holland is an experienced examiner and teacher for this topic. Geoff Woodward is the series editor.

• Written by an examiner for a major examination awarding body.
• Written thematically to address the approach of the course and the key skills required
• Example essays and mark schemes provided to develop students' exam skills
• Revision strategies provided in the form of timelines and summary diagrams

About the Author(s):
Andrew Holland is an experienced teacher and examiner.
The series editor, Geoff Woodward is an examiner for a major examination awarding body.

Readership:
A Level History students