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An scholarly look at why empires and nations grow and become "Great" and why they fall.
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The review of this Book prepared by Robert A. Guisepi Ph.D




The book describe key events, history and wars that has changed the way we live and think on this planet. The effects of wars, politics and economy on earth as a whole. Everything is covered from the beginning of the 16th century to the present day.
The review of this Book prepared by Henrik Pettersson



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Kind Of History

Time of history:    -   20th century    -   19th century    -   18th century    -   17th century History of a people?    -   Yes Nationality?    -   EUROPE Largely political history?    -   Yes

Subjects of this Historical Account

Is the portrayal sympathetic?    -   Neutral

Setting

United States    -   Yes Europe    -   Yes European country:    -   Italy    -   Greece    -   Germany    -   Turkey    -   Russia    -   England/UK    -   France    -   Rumania    -   Sweden    -   Holland/Belgium/Luxembourg If applicable, liberal/conservative?    -   Historian is moderately liberal

Writing Style

How fast-paced is the book?    -   3 () Accounts of torture and death?    -   generic/vague references to death/punishment    -   moderately detailed references to deaths Book makes you feel...    -   concerned How much focus on stories of individuals?    -   Focuses mostly on the people/nation level Minor characters feature lots of:    -   military    -   politicians    -   businessmen Is this a kid's book?    -   Ages 16-Adult Pictures/Illustrations?    -   One or two Maps necessary?    -   Necessary maps provided Length of book    -   450 pages+ How much emphasis on small details?    -   3 ()

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