Modern Europe and the Wider World is a comprehensive textbook authored by Dermot Lucey, published by Gill Education. The book, first released on March 28, 2014, covers three critical syllabus topics that are integral to the study of European history: Dictatorship and Democracy in Europe, 1920-45; Division and Realignment in Europe, 1945-92; and The United States and the World, 1945-89. It has been updated to include a revised section on Dictatorship and Democracy in Europe, 1920-45 as the compulsory Documents Study for examinations in 2016 and 2017.

The text is designed to support students in their Leaving Certificate History course, offering essential guidance through detailed examination-focused content. A sample of a completed research study and comprehensive notes are provided to aid in the preparation of this crucial area of the course. The book also includes all required Case Studies, supported by documentary and visual evidence, along with exercises that facilitate deeper understanding.

Each chapter highlights Key Personalities and Key Concepts, and features end-of-chapter exercises to help students revise and analyze historical content effectively. Together with its companion Modern Ireland, this textbook serves as an indispensable resource for students navigating the complexities of European history in the Leaving Certificate History curriculum.

The book measures 8.58 x 0.75 x 10.91 inches and contains 432 pages, carrying the ISBN-13 number 978-0717159444.