H. G. Wells' Short History of The World
Enriched edition. The Beginnings of Life, The Age of Mammals, The Neanderthal and the Rhodesian Man, Primitive ThoughtBy H. G. Wells
Length13h 16m
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In "H. G. Wells' Short History of The World," the illustrious author skillfully distills the vast narrative of human civilization into a concise and engaging overview. This ambitious work blends an approachable prose style with a panoramic view of history, traversing eras from early prehistory through to the early 20th century, while Wells deftly weaves scientific insights with socio-political contexts. The book is a testament to Wells' belief in a progressive narrative, offering a critical perspective on humanity's achievements and failures, all the while emphasizing the overarching themes of evolution, societal development, and the quest for knowledge. H. G. Wells, often hailed as the father of science fiction, brought a unique perspective to historical writing, informed by his profound understanding of both literature and the emerging scientific paradigms of his time. Influenced by his education and his concerns about the future, particularly in the wake of technological advancements and the geopolitical tensions of World War I, Wells sought to provide readers with a historical framework that would encourage critical thinking and reflection on humanity's trajectory. This book is highly recommended for those who wish to grasp the fundamentals of human history through a lens that skillfully balances simplicity and depth. It serves as an essential primer not only for students and history enthusiasts but also for anyone seeking to understand the interconnectedness of historical events and their lasting impact on contemporary society.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length13 hrs 16 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
39XXXIV. Between Rome and China
2Introduction
40XXXV. The Common Man’s Life Under the Early Roman Empire
3Synopsis
41XXXVI. Religious Developments Under the Roman Empire
4Historical Context
42XXXVII. The Teaching of Jesus
5Author Biography
43XXXVIII. The Development of Doctrinal Christianity
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6I. The World in Space
44XXXIX. The Barbarians Break the Empire Into East and West
7II. The World in Time
45XL. The Huns and the End of the Western Empire
8III. The Beginnings of Life
46XLI. The Byzantine and Sassanid Empires
9IV. The Age of Fishes
47XLII. The Dynasties of Suy and Tang in China
10V. The Age of the Coal Swamps
48XLIII. Muhammad and Islam
11VI. The Age of Reptiles
49XLIV. The Great Days of the Arabs
12VII. The First Birds and the First Mammals
50XLV. The Development of Latin Christendom
13VIII. The Age of Mammals
51XLVI. The Crusades and the Age of Papal Dominion
14IX. Monkeys, Apes and Sub-Men
52XLVII. Recalcitrant Princes and the Great Schism
15X. The Neanderthaler and the Rhodesian Man
53XLVIII. The Mongol Conquests
16XI. The First True Men
54XLIX. The Intellectual Revival of the Europeans
17XII. Primitive Thought
55L. The Reformation of the Latin Church
18XIII. The Beginnings of Cultivation
56LI. The Emperor Charles V
19XIV. Primitive Neolithic Civilizations
57LII. The Age of Political Experiments; Of Grand Monarchy and Parliaments and Republicanism in Europe
20XV. Sumeria, Early Egypt and Writing
58LIII. The New Empires of the Europeans in Asia and Overseas
21XVI. Primitive Nomadic Peoples
59LIV. The American War of Independence
22XVII. The First Seagoing Peoples
60LV. The French Revolution and the Restoration of Monarchy in France
23XVIII. Egypt, Babylon and Assyria
61LVI. The Uneasy Peace in Europe that Followed the Fall of Napoleon
24XIX. The Primitive Aryans
62LVII. The Development of Material Knowledge
25XX. The Last Babylonian Empire and the Empire of Darius I
63LVIII. The Industrial Revolution
26XXI. The Early History of the Jews
64LIX. The Development of Modern Political and Social Ideas
27XXII. Priests and Prophets in Judea
65LX. The Expansion of the United States
28XXIII. The Greeks
66LXI. The Rise of Germany to Predominance in Europe
29XXIV. The Wars of the Greeks and Persians
67LXII. The New Overseas Empires of Steamship and Railway
30XXV. The Splendour of Greece
68LXIII. European Aggression in Asia and the Rise of Japan
31XXVI. The Empire of Alexander the Great
69LXIV. The British Empire in 1914
32XXVII. The Museum and Library at Alexandria
70LXV. The Age of Armament in Europe, and the Great War of 1914-18
33XXVIII. The Life of Gautama Buddha
71LXVI. The Revolution and Famine in Russia
34XXIX. King Asoka
72LXVII. The Political and Social Reconstruction of the World
35XXX. Confucius and Lao Tse
73Chronological Table
36XXXI. Rome Comes Into History
74Analysis
37XXXII. Rome and Carthage
75Reflection
38XXXIII. The Growth of the Roman Empire
76Memorable Quotes
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