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A Very Short History of the World
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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A Very Short History of the World
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Geoffrey Blainey
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:528 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 196,Width 129 |
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| Category/Genre | World history |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780143568667
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| Classifications | Dewey:909 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Penguin Random House Australia
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| Imprint |
Penguin Random House Australia
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| Publication Date |
27 February 2013 |
| Publication Country |
Australia
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Description
Following the success of his A Short History of the World, eminent historian Geoffrey Blainey abridged his account of the grand adventure of human history to create an even more accessible version of his absorbing work. A Short History of the World traces the story of the world's people during the last four million years, beginning before the human race moved out of Africa to explore and settle other continents. A consummate storyteller, Professor Blainey makes the past come alive as he touches on the trivial and the grand. This updated edition of Blainey's work contains engrossing summaries about global terrorism, the rise of China and how technology is reshaping our lives.
Author Biography
Geoffrey Blainey has written some 36 full-length books including The Tyranny of Distance, Triumph of the Nomads, Black Kettle and Full Moon, A Short History of the 20th Century, Sea of Dangers, A Short History of Christianity and the best-selling A Short History of the World.
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