The New Penguin History of the World

The New Penguin History of the World

by JMRoberts (Author)

Synopsis

One of the most extraordinary history bestsellers on the "Penguin" list, John Roberts' book has now been updated by Odd Arne Westad to make sure it keeps its amazing appeal to a new generation of readers. 'A stupendous achievement...the unrivalled World History for our day. It extends over all ages and all continents. It covers the forgotten experiences of ordinary people as well as chronicling the acts of those in power. It is unbelievably accurate in its facts and almost incontestable in its judgements' - A. J. P. Taylor, "Observer".

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 1264
Edition: Revised, Updated
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 30 Aug 2007

ISBN 10: 0141030429
ISBN 13: 9780141030425

Media Reviews
A stupendous achievement . . . Unrivalled world history for our day . . . it is unbelievable in its facts and almost incontestable in its judgements.
A. J. P. Taylor, The Observer (London)
aA stupendous achievement . . . Unrivalled world history for our day . . . it is unbelievable in its facts and almost incontestable in its judgements.a
aA. J. P. Taylor, The Observer (London)
A stupendous achievement . . . Unrivalled world history for our day . . . it is unbelievable in its facts and almost incontestable in its judgements.
-A. J. P. Taylor, The Observer (London)
Author Bio
J. M. Roberts was Vice-Chancellor of the University of Southampton and Master of Merton College, Oxford. He died in May 2003. Odd Arne Westad is Professor in International History at the LSE.