A Little History of the World

A Little History of the World - Hardcover

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A Little History of the World - Hardcover

A Little History of the World - Hardcover

by E. H. Gombrich
$25.00
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by E. H. Gombrich (Author), Clifford Harper (Illustrator)

The international bestseller: E. H. Gombrich's sweeping history of the world, for the curious of all ages

"All stories begin with 'Once upon a time.' And that's just what this story is all about: what happened, once upon a time." So begins A Little History of the World, an engaging and lively book written for readers both young and old. Rather than focusing on dry facts and dates, E. H. Gombrich vividly brings the full span of human experience on Earth to life, from the stone age to the atomic age. He paints a colorful picture of wars and conquests; of grand works of art; of the advances and limitations of science; of remarkable people and remarkable events, from Confucius to Catherine the Great to Winston Churchill, and from the invention of art to the destruction of the Berlin Wall.

For adults seeking a single-volume overview of world history, for students in search of a quick refresher course, or for families to read and learn from together, Gombrich's Little History enchants and educates.

Author Biography

E. H. Gombrich (1909-2001) was the author of many works, including the international bestsellers The Story of Art and Art and Illusion. He was director of the Warburg Institute of the University of London from 1959 to 1976.

Number of Pages: 304
Dimensions: 1.05 x 8.76 x 5.82 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: October 01, 2005
ISBN9780300108835
Author E. H. Gombrich
PublisherYale University Press
GenreHistory
FormatHardcover
PublishedOctober 2005
LanguageENG- English
Pages304
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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