The Book of History (Vol. 1 of 18) by Various

"The Book of History (Vol. 1 of 18)" by Various is a comprehensive historical account written in the late 19th century. This work aims to offer a universal history of mankind, detailing significant developments from the origin of the Earth to the contemporary period. The book is characterized by its rich illustrations and contributions from various eminent scholars, emphasizing the interconnection of human societies and their environments. At the start of this historical endeavor, the narrative outlines the scope and ambition of the work, situating it as a pioneering attempt in the genre of universal history. The introduction discusses the evolution of historical writing, emphasizing the newfound scientific understanding of prehistoric times and expanding awareness of diverse cultures worldwide. It sets the stage for a detailed exploration of mankind’s development and the interplay between societies and their natural surroundings, hinting at a structure that will dive into specific eras, civilizations, and the influence of geography on historical events. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Various
Title The Book of History (Vol. 1 of 18)
A History of All Nations from the Earliest Times to the Present
Original Publication United States: The Grolier Society,1921.
Credits Jane Robins, Reiner Ruf, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 54.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Subject World history
Category Text
eBook-No. 67214
Release Date
Last Update Oct 18, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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