A Brief History of the Human Race - by Michael Cook & M A Cook (Paperback)

This book is a comprehensive and engaging survey of human history from paleolithic times until 9/11, covering the most significant events, cultural expressions, and historical contingencies that have shaped our world.

With wit and intelligence, the author sifts through the human career on earth to uncover the most telling nuggets and elucidate the whole, providing a unique perspective on the disproportionate role of the West in shaping the world we currently live in.

From calendars of Mesoamerica to temple courtesans of medieval India, the author explains the sometimes eccentric variety in human cultural expression, guiding readers from prehistoric origins across the globe through increasing unification of the world.

This is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of human history and its impact on our contemporary world.