The Pessimist's Guide to History

An Irresistible Compendium of Catastrophes, Barbarities, Massacres and Mayhem from the Big Bang to the New Millennium

Autori

• Doris Flexner
• Stuart Berg Flexner

Parametri

Pagine

448pagine

Tempo di lettura

16ore

• Narrativa
• Prosa storica
• Saggistica
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

This updated edition offers a critical examination of history, presenting a pessimistic perspective on past events. It includes new, unsettling facts that deepen the analysis, challenging readers to reconsider their understanding of historical narratives. The book's sharp insights and thought-provoking commentary encourage reflection on the darker aspects of human experience and societal development.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2000

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