The Lessons of History
by Will Durant
The Lessons of History by Will Durant holds a exceptional rating of 4.50 out of 5, based on 4.8K reader ratings. First published in 1968. The book spans 122 pages.
About The Lessons of History
Written by the authors of the 10 volume *The Story of Civilization*, this short (fewer than 120 pages) work notes "events and comments that might illuminate present affairs, future probabilities, the nature of man, and the conduct of states." Its 13 chapters discuss historiography (what is history), history and the earth, history and biology, race, character, morals, religion, economics, socialism, government, war, growth and decay. The final chapter asks, "Is progress real?"
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Will Durant |
| Published | 1968 |
| Pages | 122 |
| Kindle Price | $12.99 |
| Genres | Non-Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.50 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 4,832 |
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What genre is The Lessons of History?
The Lessons of History is categorized as Non-Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Non-Fiction.
Is The Lessons of History worth reading?
Based on 4.8K reader ratings, The Lessons of History has an average score of 4.50 out of 5.00, which is considered "Exceptional."
How many pages is The Lessons of History?
The Lessons of History has 122 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Lessons of History?
The Lessons of History was written by Will Durant. It was first published in 1968.
What is the ISBN for The Lessons of History?
The ISBN-13 for The Lessons of History is 9780945353874.
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