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by Walter Raleigh (Author)
An Abridgment of Sir Walter Raleigh's History of the World: In Five Books is a condensed version of Raleigh's original work, published in 1698. The book covers the history of the world from its creation to the end of the Macedonian Empire under Alexander the Great. Raleigh's original work was a comprehensive and detailed account of world history, and this abridged version aims to provide readers with a more concise and accessible overview. The book is divided into five books, each covering a different period of history, and includes chapters on topics such as the rise and fall of empires, the development of religion, and the progress of science and technology. The abridgment also includes maps and illustrations to help readers better understand the historical events and locations discussed in the text. Overall, An Abridgment of Sir Walter Raleigh's History of the World is a valuable resource for anyone interested in world history and the evolution of human civilization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
