num_pages: 281
description: From the evolution of mankind to the origin of ice cream, this refreshing and upbeat complement to the bestselling The Pessimist's Guide to History provides dozens of stories of success and triumph from which optimists can draw strength.
language: English
title: The Optimist's Guide to History
titlecomplete: The Optimist's Guide to History
genres: History, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 25
publisher: Avon Books