★ This "Global History" written by Columbia University historians Hayes, Moon, and Wayland is recognized as a masterpiece of world history. They completely tell the story of the interaction of global civilizations from prehistory to the 21st century. It is the only authoritative full translation in the world. It is rich in content and attractive. It is the first choice for reading world history.
★ "Global History" is divided into twelve parts and fifty-one chapters. It discusses the past history of mankind from the perspective of civilization evolution. It is very popular in the United States and continues to be a best-seller. It is not only a must-read for world history courses in American colleges and universities, but also a first-choice introductory book for ordinary readers to understand world history. When it was introduced to China this time, we not only spent three years translating and revising the original English version word for word, trying our best to present the master's masterpiece as authentically as possible, we also replaced a large number of exquisite and interesting illustrations and wrote rich and diverse illustrations. We have also made a new discussion on the major events in world history and civilization after World War II, making this masterpiece more comprehensive, systematic and complete in content.
★ It is divided into several different stages from the emergence of human civilization to the 21st century: the beginning of civilization, classical civilization, Christian civilization, modern civilization... Especially focusing on the development path of Western civilization. The content is all-encompassing, the text is concise and smooth, and it often provides refreshing insights. This is far inferior to ordinary history books and textbooks.
★ The author is good at revealing the general trend of history from details. In a short space of time, he presents a vivid and colorful picture of the development of civilization that includes both upper-class elites and ordinary people's daily lives. Whether you are an office worker, a student teacher, a business person, or a government civil servant, "A General History of the World" is your indispensable and first-choice authoritative reading on world history.
