A Very Short History of the World
Author | : Geoffrey Blainey |
Publisher | : Penguin Books |
Total Pages | : 503 |
Release | : 2013 |
ISBN-10 | : 0143568663 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780143568667 |
Rating | : 4/5 (63 Downloads) |
Download or read book A Very Short History of the World written by Geoffrey Blainey and published by Penguin Books. This book was released on 2013 with total page 503 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Following the success of his A Short History of the World, eminent historian Geoffrey Blainey abridged his account of the grand adventure of human history to create an even more accessible version of his absorbing work. A Short History of the World traces the story of the world's people during the last four million years, beginning before the human race moved out of Africa to explore and settle other continents. A consummate storyteller, Professor Blainey makes the past come alive as he touches on the trivial and the grand: everything changes in diet to profound discoveries and mighty empires. This updated edition of Blainey's work contains engrossing summaries about global terrorism, the rise of China and how technology is reshaping our lives. 'Our most distinguished historian.' Weekend Australian