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Wells, H. G. (Herbert George)
1866
1946
Wells, Herbert George
Barker, Ernest, Sir
1874
1960
Johnston, Harry
1858
1927
Johnston, H.H.
Johnston, Sir Harry Hamilton
Johnston, Harry Hamilton
Johnston, H. H. (Harry Hamilton)
Johnston, Henry Hamilton
Lankester, E. Ray (Edwin Ray), Sir
1847
1929
Lankester, Edwin Ray, Sir
Lankester, Ray, Sir
Lankester, Sir E. Ray (Edwin Ray)
Murray, Gilbert
1866
1957
Murray, George Gilbert Aimé
Murray, George Gilbert Aime
Horrabin, J. F. (James Francis)
1884
1962
Horrabin, James Francis
Horrabin, Frank (James Francis)
The Outline of History: Being a Plain History of Life and Mankind
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"The Outline of History: Being a Plain History of Life and Mankind" by H. G. Wells is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This comprehensive work aims to provide a continuous narrative detailing the story of life and humanity from its origins to the present, emphasizing a universal approach to history that transcends individual nations or periods. The book serves as an exploration of how human civilizations have developed over vast stretches of time and how they relate to broader scientific and societal changes. At the start of this ambitious outline, Wells sets the stage by discussing the cosmos, the formation of the Earth, and the conditions necessary for the emergence of life. He touches upon geological and astronomical concepts, explaining how the Earth's environment evolved to the point where life could begin in the shallow waters. Wells emphasizes the idea of a continuous, interconnected history, challenging conventional national histories. He introduces the concept that understanding humanity's past is essential not only for knowledge but also for fostering a common global understanding as societies face modern challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Bestsellers, American, 1895-1923
Category: History - Other
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