A Short History of the World

Here is a compact and affordable edition of J. M. Robert's acclaimed world history. Vividly written and beautifully illustrated, it brings the outstanding breadth of scholarship and international scope of the larger volume within the grasp of most readers. Completely up-to-date, comprehensiveyet succinct, it takes readers on an amazing journey from the first appearance of Homo sapiens to recent chapters in the exploration of space. Informative, beautifully rendered maps, photographs of key archaeological finds, and stunning reproductions of important artwork (some in full color) bringthe past to life as Roberts surveys the major events, developments and personalities that have shaped the civilizations of the world.
Author: Roberts, John M.

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Binding: Paperback

Language: English

ISBN-10: 019511504X

ISBN-13: 9780195115048