Parley's Common School History Revised: A Pictorial History Of The World, Ancient And Modern (1858)

by Samuel Griswold Goodrich

Book Overview

Parley's Common School History Revised: A Pictorial History Of The World, Ancient And Modern is a comprehensive historical text written by Samuel Griswold Goodrich and first published in 1858. The book covers the history of the world from ancient times to the mid-19th century, with a particular focus on the United States. The text is richly illustrated with numerous engravings, maps, and charts, making it an engaging and visually appealing resource for students and history enthusiasts alike. The book is divided into chapters that cover major historical events and periods, including the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Greece, and Rome, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Age of Exploration, and the American Revolution.In addition to its detailed coverage of historical events, Parley's Common School History Revised also includes biographical sketches of important figures from history, such as Julius Caesar, Christopher Columbus, and George Washington. The book also includes a section on the natural history of the world, covering topics such as geology, botany, and zoology.Overall, Parley's Common School History Revised is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the world and the United States. Its engaging writing style, detailed illustrations, and comprehensive coverage of historical events make it a classic text that continues to be relevant today.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120016614
• ISBN13: 9781120016614
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"