Understand the Big Picture of World History

摘要

Most of us are familiar with ancient Egypt, Classical Greece and Rome, and the Italian Renaissance. But what about less familiar civilizations such as China, Japan, Russia, India, South America, and Sub-Saharan Africa?rnDiscover how these countries and regions fit inside the larger scope of Western history with ABrief History of the World. Professor Peter N. Stearns-winner of Carnegie Mellon's Spencer Award for Distinguished Teaching-provides an epic overview of world history filled with fascinating facts and anecdotes. These 36 lectures will illuminate the past for you in surprising, insightful, and eye-opening ways.