This classic work of history covers the period from the creation of the world to the beginning of the 18th century. Lord Alexander Fraser Tytler Woodhouselee provides a sweeping overview of human history, from the rise and fall of empires to the development of science and culture. The book is divided into chapters by time period and region, with detailed accounts of important events and figures. This is an essential work for students of history or anyone interested in the grand sweep of human civilization. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.