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The Story of Mankind

by Hendrik van LOON (1882 - 1944)

The Reformation

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)

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Listen next episodes of The Story of Mankind:
A New World , Art , As It Ever Shall Be , Colonial Expansion and War , Emancipation , Napoleon , National Independence , Religious Warfare , Russia vs. Sweden , The Age of Science , The Age of the Engine , The American Revolution , The Balance of Power , The English Revolution , The French Revolution , The Great Reaction , The Holy Alliance , The Mercantile System , The Rise of Prussia , The Rise of Russia , The Social Revolution