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A history of the world in 100 objects

A history of the world in 100 objects

Ancient HistoryEssays
Pages
736
Published
2010
Language
English

Synopsis

Explore the sweep of human history through the objects that shaped us. This book presents 100 remarkable items, each with a story to tell about our past. Discover how everyday and extraordinary artifacts reveal the journey of humankind.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InformativeReflectiveThought-ProvokingIntellectual

Genres

Ancient History Essays History

About the author

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Neil MacGregor

Neil MacGregor is a historian and former director of the British Museum. He is best known for A History of the World in 100 Objects, which uses physical artifacts to trace the development of human civilization. His work focuses on how art and material culture shape our understanding of global history.