9780243078615 - Ridpath's History of the World, Vol 4 of 5: Being an Account of the Principal Events in the Career of the Human Race from the Beginnings of Institutions and the Sto... (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is the fourth and final volume in an extensive historical project, concluding the author's detailed and accessible account of general history from the beginning of civilization to the end of the 19th century, with a focus on the modern era. The book offers comprehensive insights into the key political, economic, social and cultural developments and respective figures of the early and mid-19th century, from the aftermath of the Napoleonic Wars and the Congress of Vienna, through the Crimean and Franco-Prussian Wars, the American Civil War and the various revolutions of 1848, including the revolutions in France and the German Confederation. The author provides a deep understanding of the political and social turmoil that marked this era, offering an examination of industrialization, the rise of nationalism, and the profound impact of economic and technological advancements on society. Throughout, the author focuses on the narrative of the United States, its westward expansion, and the Civil War, as well as the significant developments in Great Britain, France, and other key nations, contributing a wealth of knowledge to the story of the world's development. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.