It is indeed not an easy task to write an interesting, easy-to-read, easy-to-understand world history work that does not require more than a million words, but Wells has accomplished this seemingly impossible task brilliantly in "A General History of the World". This book traces the beginnings of human civilization to World War II. The rise and fall of ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, ancient Rome, Britain, the United States, France and other superpowers are presented to readers in an orderly manner. The rich knowledge and broad vision provided by "Global History" are not inferior to any masterpieces of imperial history.
