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The Human Web: A Bird's-Eye View of World History
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The Human Web
Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 2003368
Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction
Global • Throughout History
2003
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Human Web: A Bird's-Eye View of World History by John Robert McNeill and William H. McNeill explores the interconnectedness of global civilizations. It examines how different regions influenced each other through exchanges of culture, technology, and ideas, shaping the modern world. The authors focus on the concept of "webs" to describe these complex interactions throughout history.
Informative
Contemplative
Challenging
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The Human Web: A Bird's-Eye View of World History by John Robert McNeill and William H. McNeill is praised for its comprehensive synthesis of global history, offering insightful connections across eras. Some critics note the lack of depth in certain areas due to its broad scope. Overall, it is regarded as a valuable resource for understanding historical interconnections.
Who Should Read The Human Web?
Readers who enjoy The Human Web: A Bird's-Eye View of World History are curious about global interconnectedness and historical patterns. Fans of Jared Diamond's Guns, Germs, and Steel or Yuval Noah Harari's Sapiens will appreciate its broad, analytical approach to understanding world history.
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Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction
Global • Throughout History
2003
Adult
18+ years
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