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The story of the greatest nations, from the dawn of history to the twentieth century: a comprehensive history, founded upon the leading authorities, i

The story of the greatest nations, from the dawn of history to the twentieth century: a comprehensive history, founded upon the leading authorities, i

S. Ellis, Edward

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General ReferenceGeneral EducationGeneral World History

ISBN10: 9389169097
ISBN13: 9789389169096
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Jun 1 2019
Pages: 302
Weight: 0.98
Height: 0.68 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
History does not begin in the classroom; it begins in the imagination. Turn the page and the world expands. In Volume I of Edward S. Ellis's vast survey, the grand story of peoples and powers is shaped into a readable, navigable comprehensive world history. Written as both narrative and tool, it balances an ancient civilizations overview with clear signposts for later study: the rise and fall empires, shifting borders, and the ideas that carried nations forward or pulled them apart. As a world history reference and historical reference volume, it is designed for returning to again and again, whether you are tracing a theme across centuries or seeking quick national history summaries that place a single country in the wider global history of nations. This is not merely sweeping prose; it is structured knowledge. Alongside the main account sits a complete world chronology, a practical timeline of world events that helps readers connect dates to consequences. A built-in pronunciation guide for nations adds an often-missed layer of usability, especially for families building a homeschool history curriculum and for students world history study that values confidence as well as accuracy. Ellis wrote in an era that prized clarity, range, and authority, and the result remains a compelling window into how world history was organised, taught, and remembered. 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.

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