Packed with hard-to-find primary sources from both the American continents and written by five experienced IB teachers, examiners and workshop leaders, this course book supports top achievement in HL option 3 for the 2008 syllabus. Developed with the IB and written with an IB Assessment Consultant, it ensures the strongest performance. - Includes support directly from the IB - Completely covers 7 units for higher level History option 3 (units 1, 2, 5, 7, 9, 10 and 12) - Includes difficult to find material on both the American continents - Provides exercises and activities with exam question guidance from IB examiners to help students achieve exam success - Offers essay guidance with practical suggestions for writing requirements to support students in this important area - Motivates students with material for visual analysis in a lively approach