Description:
Navy cloth binding with gilt title on the spine. Gilt title and coloured earth map on the front board. Still an excellent children's book The Story of Mankind is a book written and illustrated by Dutch American journalist, professor, and author Hendrik Willem van Loon. It was published in 1921. In 1922, it was awarded the Newbery Medal for an outstanding contribution to children's literature. The Story of Mankind Collection from the origin of human beings to brilliant expositions of each historical period. Van Loon The Story of Mankind. a deep humanistic reflection and witty wisdom of writing. showing the mighty scroll of human history. including fast-paced historical narrative. but also not miss any real impact of the events.