Publisher's Synopsis
An Abridgment of Sir Walter Raleigh's History of the World: In Five Books (1698) is a condensed version of Sir Walter Raleigh's original work, which was first published in 1614. The abridgment was published posthumously and edited by his son, Carew Raleigh. The book covers the history of the world from the creation of the universe to the reign of King James I of England.The first book covers the creation of the world and the early history of humanity, including the biblical story of Adam and Eve. The second book covers the history of ancient civilizations, including Greece and Rome. The third book covers the rise of Christianity and the history of Europe during the Middle Ages. The fourth book covers the discovery of America and the early history of the New World. The fifth and final book covers the history of Europe during the Renaissance and the reign of King James I.Throughout the book, Raleigh provides his own commentary and analysis of historical events. He also includes anecdotes and stories that give insight into the culture and customs of the time. The abridgment is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all levels.Overall, An Abridgment of Sir Walter Raleigh's History of the World: In Five Books is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the world. It provides a comprehensive overview of major historical events and is written by one of the most prominent figures in English history.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.
