Christianson, Scott
100 Books that Changed the World
- ISBN 13:
- 9781849948678
- author:
- Christianson, Scott
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Abrams & Chronicle Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 22.4 x 18.8 x 2.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, General, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A chronological timeline of the world's most influential books spans three millennia. 100 Books That Changed the World brings together an exceptional collection of truly ground-breaking books, from scriptures that founded religions to scientific treatises that challenged beliefs and novels that kick-started literary genres. Entries include works such as Homer's Iliad and Odyssey, Shakespeare's First Folio, Mary Wollstonecraft's A Vindication of the Rights of Woman, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, Anne Frank's Diary, Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart, and Stephen Hawking's A Brief History of Time. This elegantly designed book offers a unique perspective on human thought in print, from illuminated manuscripts to eBooks and audiobooks. Published in 2018 with an updated cover, this book provides a fascinating glimpse into the impact of literature on our understanding of the world.
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