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The Story of Mankind

by Hendrik van LOON (1882 - 1944)

Relates the story of western civilization from earliest times through the beginning of the twentieth century, with special emphasis on the people and events that changed the course of history. Portrays in vivid prose the achievements of mankind in the areas of art and discovery, as well as the political forces leading to the modern nation-states. Richly illustrated with drawings by the author. Winner of the first Newbery Award in 1922, The Story of Mankind has introduced generations of children to the pageant of world history. (Summary from mainlesson.com)

Listen next episodes of The Story of Mankind:
A New World , A Summary , Alexander the Great , Art , As It Ever Shall Be , Athens vs. Sparta , Buddha and Confucius , Charlemagne , Chivalry , Colonial Expansion and War , Emancipation , Feudalism , Joshua of Nazareth , Mediaeval Self-Government , Mediaeval Trade , Mohammed , Napoleon , National Independence , Pope vs. Emperor , Religious Warfare , Rome and Carthage , Russia vs. Sweden , The Age of Expression , The Age of Science , The Age of the Engine , The American Revolution , The Balance of Power , The Crusades , The English Revolution , The Fall of Rome , The French Revolution , The Great Discoveries , The Great Reaction , The Greek Theatre , The Holy Alliance , The Mediaeval City , The Mediaeval World , The Mercantile System , The Norsemen , The Persian Wars , The Reformation , The Renaissance , The Rise of Prussia , The Rise of Rome , The Rise of Russia , The Rise of the Church , The Roman Empire , The Social Revolution