This comprehensive book charts the story of our world from the origins of humanity, right up to the present day. It examines the rise and fall of civilisations, empires, and nations. From ancient Mesopotamia to the modern-day conflicts in the Middle East, the book uses maps, timelines and detailed text to explore the key events, cultures and movements that have shaped the world.
Updated with new research and web links, this sixth edition provides a balanced, global perspective, considering the impact of trade, religion, and warfare on human history. It investigates the shifts in power dynamics across continents, examines the impact of industrialisation, and analyses the rise of nationalism. It provides an excellent understanding of the forces that have shaped, and continue to shape, our world.
Used (good, see images, ex library, some cover wear, sticker on initial page, and some page folding) Softcover ISBN 0007746296
