Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of Mankind is a comprehensive and engaging history book written by Hendrik van Loon. The book covers the history of the human race from its earliest beginnings up to the early 20th century. It is written in a conversational and accessible style, making it an ideal read for both adults and children.The book is divided into 50 chapters, each covering a different period in history. It starts with the prehistoric era and covers the rise of civilizations such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. It then moves on to the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the Age of Exploration. The book also covers the major events of the 19th and early 20th centuries, including the Industrial Revolution, World War I, and the Russian Revolution.Throughout the book, van Loon focuses on the people and events that shaped history. He includes anecdotes and personal stories to make the history come alive. The book is also illustrated with over 150 drawings and maps, which help to illustrate the different periods and events.Overall, The Story of Mankind is a classic history book that provides a comprehensive overview of human history. It is an engaging and accessible read that is suitable for both adults and children.1921. Winner of the first John Newbery Medal, this is Hendrik van Loon's renowned classic. The Story of Mankind has charmed generations of readers of all ages with its warmth, simplicity, and wisdom. Beginning with the origins of human life and sweeping forward to illuminate all of history, the incomparable prose enlivens the characters and events of every age. His unique ability to convey history as a fascinating tale of adventure has endeared the book to countless readers and has accorded it a unique place in publishing history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
