A Little History of the World
| AUTHOR | Gombrich, E. H.; Harper, Clifford |
| PUBLISHER | Yale University Press (05/13/2025) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Paperback (Paperback) |
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The internationally bestselling guide to the extraordinary human story, for the curious of all ages The world has existed for over 4 billion years, but humanity arrived much more recently. Here E. H. Gombrich brings to life the full story of human experience on Earth. He paints a colourful picture of remarkable people and events, from Confucius to Catherine the Great, from the invention of art to the destruction of the Berlin Wall. This is a book dominated not by dates and facts but by the sweep of mankind's experience across the centuries. It is both a guide to humanity's achievements and an acute witness to its frailties. The product of a generous and humane sensibility, this is a timeless account of our shared history. Little Histories - Inspiring Guides for Curious Minds
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ISBN-13:
9780300283259
ISBN-10:
0300283253
Binding:
Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
304
Carton Quantity:
26
Product Dimensions:
5.00 x 1.00 x 7.70 inches
Weight:
0.75 pound(s)
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Country of Origin:
DK
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BISAC Categories
History | World - General
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The internationally bestselling guide to the extraordinary human story, for the curious of all ages The world has existed for over 4 billion years, but humanity arrived much more recently. Here E. H. Gombrich brings to life the full story of human experience on Earth. He paints a colourful picture of remarkable people and events, from Confucius to Catherine the Great, from the invention of art to the destruction of the Berlin Wall. This is a book dominated not by dates and facts but by the sweep of mankind's experience across the centuries. It is both a guide to humanity's achievements and an acute witness to its frailties. The product of a generous and humane sensibility, this is a timeless account of our shared history. Little Histories - Inspiring Guides for Curious Minds
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Illustrator:
Harper, Clifford
Clifford Harper was born in 1949. After being expelled from school at the 14 he took an active interest in the vibrant anarchist movement around him. Excelling as an illustrator from a young age, Clifford began offering his services to the international movement before securing work with various British dailies in the 80s. He has contributed to dozens of books.
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