Publisher's Synopsis
A General History of the World Volume 2 by William Guthrie is a comprehensive historical account of world events from the beginning of time until 1764. The book covers the rise and fall of empires, the development of civilizations, and the major political, social, and cultural events that shaped the world. The author begins with the creation of the world and the earliest civilizations, including ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. He then moves on to the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the Age of Exploration. The book also covers the major wars and conflicts that occurred during this time, including the Crusades, the Hundred Years' War, and the Thirty Years' War. The author provides a detailed account of the major figures and events that shaped each period of history. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all levels. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in world history and the events that have shaped our world.Including All The Empires, Kingdoms, And States; Their Revolutions, Forms Of Government, Laws, Religions, Customs And Manners, The Progress Of Their Learning, Arts, Sciences, Commerce And Trade. Together With Their Chronology, Antiquities, Public Buildings, And Curiosities Of Nature And Art.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
