'An extremely ambitious attempt to explain the history of humankind. Thompson's historical materialism provides him with a reliable compass on his journey and the end result is nothing short of inspiring'
Stefan Berger, Professor of Social History and Director of the Institute for Social Movements at Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Germany 'An engaging and concise world history that is both analytically ambitious and ... Read morelucidly argued'
John Callaghan, Professor of Politics, University of Salford 'A powerful book derived from decades of historical research and reflection on the essence of what it is to be human. A must read'
Dianne Kirby, Reader in International History, University of Ulster 'A welcome addition to the history of change in the global human condition and situation'
Dr KAJ McLay, Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, Canterbury Christ Church University Show Less