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The Story of Civilization

A History of Civilization in the West and Near East

by Will Durant, Ariel Durant · 1975 · 13549 pages

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An eleven-volume monumental work of history and philosophy covering both Eastern and Western civilizations from ancient times to the Napoleonic era. The series integrates political, economic, and cultural developments to provide a comprehensive survey of humanity's achievements.

Book Details

Published

1975

Pages

13549

Language

en

ISBN

9781567310238

Awards & Recognition

Pulitzer Prize for General Nonfiction (1968)

Audiobook Available

462h 0m
Narrated by Grover Gardner

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