Sketches Of General History (1865)

by James Douglas

Book Overview

Sketches of General History is a book written by James Douglas in 1865. The book is a comprehensive overview of world history, covering the major events and figures from ancient times to the mid-19th century. It is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different period of history, including the ancient world, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the modern era.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all levels of knowledge. It includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the events and places being discussed. The author also includes a number of interesting anecdotes and stories to bring the history to life.Overall, Sketches of General History is an excellent resource for anyone interested in gaining a broad understanding of world history. It is particularly useful for students and educators looking for a comprehensive textbook or reference work. Despite its age, the book remains relevant and informative, providing a valuable perspective on the events that have shaped our world.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: 1104467879
• ISBN13: 9781104467876
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"