Universal History From the Creation of the World to the Beginning of the Eighteenth Century; Volume 1
- 540 stránok
- 19 hodin čítania
Alexander Fraser Tytler, známy ako Lord Woodhouselee, bol škótsky právnik a spisovateľ. Pôsobil ako profesor univerzálnej histórie a klasických starožitností na Edinburskej univerzite. Jeho vplyv presahoval akademický svet, keďže zastával aj významné právne funkcie v Škótsku. Tytler bol tiež priateľom Roberta Burnsa a ovplyvnil jeho dielo, keď ho presvedčil, aby z básne Tam o' Shanter odstránil urážlivé verše.
Originally published in the early 19th century, this sweeping history of the world offers a comprehensive overview of major events and trends from the dawn of civilization up to the death of King George III. Written by a distinguished Scottish historian, this book offers a valuable perspective on the past and its relevance to the present day.
This classic work offers a comprehensive survey of world history, from ancient times to the modern era. With its focus on geography, chronology, and cultural history, this book provides a unique and insightful perspective on the forces that have shaped human civilization.
This book is a comprehensive history of the world, covering the period from the creation of the universe to the death of King George III in 1820. It provides detailed accounts of major events and figures in world history, and offers insights into the political and cultural developments of different regions. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in world history.