num_pages: 480
description: A superb history of the world's people during the last four million years, beginning before the human race moved out of Africa to explore and settle the other continents. Mr. Blainey explores the development of technology and skills, the rise of major religions, and the role of geography, considering both the larger patterns and the individual nature of history. A delightful read, gracefully written, and full of odd and interesting pieces of information as well as thoughtful comparisons that span both time and space. ―William L. O'Neill
language: English
title: A Short History of the World
titlecomplete: A Short History of the World
genres: History, The World, Historical, World History, Nonfiction, Portuguese Literature
ratings_count: 1258
publisher: Ivan R. Dee