J. M. Roberts Libros

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One of the most extraordinary history bestsellers on the Penguin list, John Roberts's book has now been updated by Odd Arne Westad to make sure it keeps its amazing appeal to a new generation of readers. 'A stupendous achievement ... the unrivalled World History for our day. It extends over all ages and all continents. It covers the forgotten experiences of ordinary people as well as chronicling the acts of those in power. It is unbelievably accurate in its facts and almost incontestable in its judgements' A. J. P. Taylor, Observer

Offering the depth and breadth of the larger edition, a concise, beautifully illustrated, conveniently sized edition combines intellectual, economic, cultural, and political history in a volume that is international in scope and ranges from prehistory to the present

Comprehensive in its scope and brilliantly readable, this is a superb follow-up to the author's bestselling Penguin History of the World. Beginning with prehistory and the early civilizations of the Aegean, The Penguin History of Europe traces the development of European identity in its many guises, through the age of Christendom, the Middle Ages, early Modern history and the old European order.

Beginning with pre-history and the early civilisations of the Aegean, this book traces the development of the European identity through its many guises. Every period is covered from the Roman empire through to empire building & industrialisation

The period from 1880 to 1945 in Europe is marked by the height of its global influence, followed by a dramatic decline. Internal divisions and unresolved issues led to catastrophic consequences, including two World Wars, which were fueled by European rivalries and ambitions. This survey explores the complexities of Europe's political and economic landscape during these transformative years, highlighting the interplay between power, conflict, and the eventual unraveling of its dominance.

This dazzling overview of a turbulent century explores both dramatic events and underlying trends. Despite a terrible two-stage 'European civil war' and the traumatic rise and fall of communism, wealth has increased dramatically alongside a four-fold leap in population, women's lives have been transformed, America has assumed undisputed political and cultural leadership. The Penguin History of the Twentieth Century is powerful, international and definitive.