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Ridpath'S Universal History: An Account Of The Origin, Primitive Condition And Ethnic Development Of The Great Races Of Mankind, And Of The Principal

Ridpath'S Universal History: An Account Of The Origin, Primitive Condition And Ethnic Development Of The Great Races Of Mankind, And Of The Principal

Clark Ridpath, John

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AnthropologyGeneral World History

ISBN10: 9354487793
ISBN13: 9789354487798
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Mar 18 2021
Pages: 380
Weight: 1.94
Height: 0.78 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Where did peoples and nations begin? History in its full sweep. In Ridpath's Universal History, John Clark Ridpath gathers a vast record of human beginnings and public life into a readable world history compendium, shaped for the curious general reader as well as the serious browser of sources. Volume IX carries forward his panoramic survey, linking the origins of humanity with the institutions, conflicts, beliefs, and inventions that form shared memory. Part of a renowned multi-volume history series, this instalment reflects the ambitions of 19th century historiography: to arrange the story of mankind into coherent stages of growth and encounter. Ridpath writes with a brisk, interpretive confidence, making room for ethnic development studies alongside a sweeping civilization progress narrative that helps readers track how societies change across regions and centuries. It is equally at home on the desk as a history research reference or opened at random for a late-night dive, and it remains a stimulating companion for world history students tracing connections from antiquity to modern era. Its judgements are of their time, and that is part of the fascination: a window onto how global past was framed for Victorian readers in English. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Add this vintage history reference to a collectible history set, or complete volume ix to keep your shelf of classic scholarship whole.

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