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Book Synopsis: "An enthralling and profoundly humane book that every civilized person should read." --The Wall Street Journal The blockbuster New York Times bestseller and the companion volume to the wildly popular radio series
When did people first start to wear jewelry or play music? When were cows domesticated, and why do we feed their milk to our children? Where were the first cities, and what made them succeed? Who developed math--or invented money? The history of humanity is one of invention and innovation, as we have continually created new things to use, to admire, or leave our mark on the world. In this groundbreaking book, Neil MacGregor turns to objects that previous civilizations have left behind to paint a portrait of mankind's evolution, focusing on unexpected turning points. Beginning with a chopping tool from the Olduvai Gorge in Africa and ending with a recent innovation that is transforming the way we power our world, he urges us to see history as a kaleidoscope--shifting, interconnected, constantly surprising. A landmark bestseller, A History of the World in 100 Objects is one f the most unusual and engrossing history books to be published in years.
“None could have imagined quite how the radio series would permeate the national consciousness. Well over 12.5 million podcasts have been downloaded since the first programme and more than 550 museums around Britain have launched similar series featuring local history. . . . MacGregor’s voice comes through as distinctively as it did on radio and his arguments about the interconnectedness of disparate societies through the ages are all the stronger for the detail afforded by extra space. A book to savour and start over.”—The Economist
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Immerse yourself in the captivating journey of human history with the groundbreaking book, "A History of the World in 100 Objects." Delve into the profound and innovative creations that have shaped our civilization, from the earliest tools to the revolutionary inventions of today.
Written by Neil MacGregor, this enthralling book takes you on a kaleidoscopic exploration of mankind's evolution through unexpected turning points. Discover when jewelry and music first emerged, why cows were domesticated, and how ancient cities flourished. Uncover the origin of math and the invention of money, and witness the interconnectedness of disparate societies throughout time.
Celebrated as a New York Times bestseller and hailed by The Wall Street Journal as a must-read for every civilized person, "A History of the World in 100 Objects" offers a profound and human perspective on the countless advancements that define us as a species. With meticulous research and captivating storytelling, Neil MacGregor invites you to experience history like never before.
Join the millions of readers who have already embarked on this intellectual adventure. Dive into the engrossing pages of this landmark bestseller that has garnered over 12.5 million podcast downloads and inspired more than 550 museums across Britain to explore their own local histories.
Do not miss the opportunity to savor the profound insights and inspiring arguments of Neil MacGregor. Start your journey through the intertwining tapestry of human existence and order your copy of "A History of the World in 100 Objects" today.
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