In Civilization, a top curator offers an unprecedented look at contemporary photographs that track the visual threads of humankind's frenetic, collective life across the globe.
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"It would be hard to imagine a more readable general history of the West that covers so much ground so incisively."—William Grimes, The New York Times
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In this book, Niall Ferguson reveals the six 'killer applications' that the rest lacked - competition, science, property rights, medicine, consumerism and the work ethic. And he asks - do we still have these winning tools?
A history of Western civilization's rise to global dominance offers insight into the development of such concepts as competition, modern medicine, and the work ethic, arguing that Western dominance is being lost to cultures who are more ...
For Debray, the dominance of American civilization is a historical fait accompli.
Sweeping in its scope and comprehensive in its coverage, Civilzation tells the story of the western world from its origins to the present. At such a dangerous time in the world's history, this brilliant book is required reading.
By historicizing the concept of civilization, this book connects Enlightenment ideals and anti-colonialism, shown in contest with colonialism in Canada before Confederation.
A bronze cat mummy shows us how highly the ancient Egyptians valued their feline companions, while a mechanical tiger toy tells the story of rising tensions between an Indian sultan and European colonisers.
Boldly argued and teeming with memorable characters, this is Ferguson at his very best.
Civilization: Ancient Treasures from the British Museum
"Civilization" is the definitive history of Western civilization's rise to global dominance--and the "killer applications" that made this improbable ascent possible: competition, science, the rule of law, consumerism, modern medicine, and ...
Civilization: Past and Present
Characteristic of American civilization is its three overarching fetishes: space, image and happiness. America is a civilization of space and image, whereas Europe was one of time and writing.
Civilization: Past & Present : To 1774
This guide includes detailed information on all technologies, government types and units. Readers will learn the quickest path to achieve advancements in every aspect of the game, like government type, religion and technology.
Civilization: An Essay
Boldly argued and teeming with memorable characters, this is Ferguson at his very best.