088860
London etc.
1939
12,5×18
tvrdi
208
engleski
Cijena: 12,00 EUR
A history book for young people written and illustrated by Hendrik Willem van Loon, published in 1920. The book serves as an introduction to the history of human civilization, tracing human development from prehistoric times to the rise of the first great cultures of the ancient world. The author employs simple, conversational, and warm language tailored to children and young people. The book features Van Loon's distinctive ink drawings and maps that bring history to life visually. The focus is not merely on wars and kings, but on the evolution of ideas, technology, art, and daily life. This book served as the foundation for his most famous work, *The Story of Mankind*, which won the first Newbery Medal for children's literature in 1922. Although some archaeological and historical insights from 1920 have since become outdated or supplemented by new discoveries, the book remains highly valuable. Van Loon's ability to transform complex history into an engaging and accessible narrative makes this work a timeless educational classic.
