Man And His Past (1921)

By Osbert Guy Stanhope Crawford

Book Overview

Man and His Past is a historical and philosophical work written by Osbert Guy Stanhope Crawford in 1921. The book explores the evolution of human civilization and the role of historical knowledge in shaping our understanding of the present. Crawford argues that the study of history is essential for understanding the complexities of modern society and for making informed decisions about the future.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of human history. Crawford begins by examining the origins of human civilization and the development of early societies. He then moves on to explore the impact of religion and philosophy on human history, and the role of science and technology in shaping our modern world.Throughout the book, Crawford emphasizes the importance of understanding the past in order to make sense of the present. He argues that historical knowledge is essential for making informed decisions about social, political, and economic issues, and for understanding the complex relationships between different cultures and societies.Overall, Man and His Past is a thought-provoking and insightful work that offers a unique perspective on the evolution of human civilization and the role of history in shaping our understanding of the world around us.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165539020
• ISBN13: 9781165539024
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"