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The Story of Mankind (Liveright Classics),Used
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The winner of the first John Newbery Medal, now updated by Robert Sullivan, remains a timeless classic for all ages. Originally written in 1921 for the authors grandchildren, Hendrik Willem van Loons The Story of Mankind has charmed generations with its warmth, simplicity, and wisdom. Rather than the dry recitation of events so common in school textbooks, van Loons witty, amiable tone animates the story of human history as a grand and perpetually unfolding adventure. Beginning with the origins of human life and sweeping forward to illuminate all of history, van Loons incomparable prose and original illustrations present a lively rendering of the people and events that have shaped the world we live in today. This new version has been brought up to date by bestselling historian Robert Sullivan, who continues van Loons personable style, incorporating the most important developments of the early twentyfirst century, including the war on terrorism, global warming, and the election of Barack Obama. Engagingly written, delightfully informative, and always entertaining, this is the necessary classic of all ages, for all ages. 177 illustrations
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of The Story of Mankind? A: The main theme of The Story of Mankind is the narrative of human history, presented in an engaging and approachable manner. It covers the origins of human life and significant events throughout history, making it accessible for readers of all ages.
- Q: Who is the author of The Story of Mankind? A: The author of The Story of Mankind is Hendrik Willem van Loon, who originally wrote the book in 1921. The updated version has been revised by historian Robert Sullivan.
- Q: What is the age recommendation for this book? A: The Story of Mankind is recommended for readers of all ages, making it suitable for both children and adults who are interested in history.
- Q: How many pages does The Story of Mankind have? A: The Story of Mankind contains 800 pages, providing a comprehensive overview of human history.
- Q: What type of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book features 177 illustrations that enhance the narrative and provide visual context to the historical events described.
- Q: Is The Story of Mankind a hardcover edition? A: Yes, The Story of Mankind is available in a hardcover edition, which adds durability and a classic feel to the book.
- Q: When was the updated edition of The Story of Mankind published? A: The updated edition of The Story of Mankind was published on December 9, 2013.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The Story of Mankind is listed as 'New', ensuring that buyers receive a pristine copy.
- Q: What makes this book different from typical history textbooks? A: Unlike typical history textbooks that may present dry recitations of facts, The Story of Mankind uses a witty and personable tone to tell history as a grand adventure, making it more engaging and relatable.
- Q: Does this book cover modern historical events? A: Yes, the updated version incorporates significant developments of the early twenty-first century, including topics like terrorism, global warming, and the election of Barack Obama.