Maggiori informazioni sul libro
From the evolution of Homo sapiens to space exploration, this comprehensive survey of human history presents a vivid narrative of major events, developments, and personalities. The author skillfully condenses thousands of years of history, intertwining stories of empires, arts, religion, economics, and science. Beginning with early hominids, the narrative progresses through the rise of Mesopotamian civilizations and ancient Egypt, with significant attention to Indian and Chinese civilizations, which have maintained cultural continuity for millennia. The book also explores developments in Africa and South America, supported by photographs of key archaeological finds that illustrate early arts, engineering, and religion. The author connects these cultural advancements to changing economic landscapes, highlighting the significance of trade routes and agricultural progress in shaping political and societal transformations. The narrative advances through the Roman Empire, the emergence of Islam, samurai rule in Japan, medieval African kingdoms, Mongol conquests, and European expansion. It covers pivotal events such as American independence, the French Revolution, colonial empires, Japan's modernization, and the World Wars, alongside discussions of scientific breakthroughs. Enhanced by informative maps and artwork, this work effectively conveys the impact of influential individuals and historical forces, culminating in the era of a
Acquisto del libro
History of the World, J. M. Roberts
- Lingua
- Pubblicato
- 1993
Metodi di pagamento
Qui potrebbe esserci la tua recensione.