A Little History of the World

By: Gombrich, E. H.

The internationally bestselling guide to the extraordinary human story, for the curious of all ages

The world has existed for over 4 billion years, but humanity arrived much more recently. Here E. H. Gombrich brings to life the full story of human experience on Earth. He paints a colourful picture of remarkable people and events, from Confucius to Catherine the Great, from the invention of art to the destruction of the Berlin Wall.

This is a book dominated not by dates and facts but by the sweep of mankind's experience across the centuries. It is both a guide to humanity's achievements and an acute witness to its frailties. The product of a generous and humane sensibility, this is a timeless account of our shared history.

Little Histories - Inspiring Guides for Curious Minds

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0300283253
• ISBN13: 9780300283259
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Yale University Press
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.0" x 7.7"