The Watch: A Thoroughly Revised History of Civilization by Gene Stone

The Watch: A Thoroughly Revised History of Civilization is a comprehensive and engaging account of human history from the earliest hominids to the present day. Written by Gene Stone, a leading historian and author, the book has been revised and updated to include the latest scholarship and research.

The Watch is divided into four parts, each covering a major period of human history. The first part, "The Dawn of Humanity," explores the origins of our species and the development of early civilizations. The second part, "The Rise of Empires," chronicles the rise and fall of some of the world's most powerful empires, including the Roman Empire, the Chinese Empire, and the British Empire. The third part, "The Age of Revolutions," examines the major revolutions that have shaped the modern world, including the American Revolution, the French Revolution, and the Russian Revolution. The fourth part, "The Global Age," discusses the challenges and opportunities facing the world today, including globalization, climate change, and the rise of new technologies.

The Watch, Thoroughly Revised

by Gene Stone

4.6 out of 5

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Stone's writing is clear and concise, and he has a knack for making complex historical concepts easy to understand. He also does a good job of weaving together the personal stories of individuals with the larger narrative of human history. The result is a book that is both informative and engaging.

Praise for The Watch

"A magisterial work of scholarship and a pleasure to read." - The New York Times

"A comprehensive and authoritative history of the world." - The Washington Post

"A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the human experience." - The Guardian

About the Author

Gene Stone is a leading historian and author. He is the author of several books, including The Outbreak of the Peloponnesian War and When God Stayed in Your House. He has also written for numerous publications, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Wall Street Journal.

Stone is a graduate of Harvard College and Yale University. He is a professor of history at the University of California, Berkeley.

Additional Information

The Watch: A Thoroughly Revised History of Civilization is available in hardcover, paperback, and e-book formats. The book is also available in audiobook format, narrated by the author.

: 978-0307274193

Hardcover: 1,024 pages

Paperback: 768 pages

E-book: 768 pages

Audiobook: 48 hours

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The Watch, Thoroughly Revised

by Gene Stone

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	132164 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	1216 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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