Discover how the world's biggest ideas, inventions, and actions changed the course of history! What would life be like if the Age of Reason never challenged others to think differently, if the Industrial Revolution never happened, or if the New York Stock Exchange never came into existence? 801 Things You Should Know gives you the lowdown on thoughts and events that transformed past civilizations into the cultures that we know today. Each entry explains a game-changing concept or moment in time, detailing how it helped shape societies around the globe. You'll uncover fascinating details you'd never heard before, and be surprised to learn how these major influences have directly impacted the way you live.From the sixth century B.C. to the present day, you'll discover the captivating people, acts, and ideas that have inspired change--and revolutionized the world.
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801 Things You Should Know
From Greek Philosophy to Today's Technology, Theories, Events, Discoveries, Trends, and Movements That Matter
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eBook - ePub
801 Things You Should Know
From Greek Philosophy to Today's Technology, Theories, Events, Discoveries, Trends, and Movements That Matter
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Table of contents
- Title Page
- Dedication
- Contents
- Introduction
- 1: Things You Should Know About Philosophy
- 2: Things You Should Know About History
- 3: Things You Should Know About Business & Economics
- 4: Things You Should Know About Art & Literature
- 5: Things You Should Know About People & Culture
- 6: Things You Should Know About Politics
- 7: Things You Should Know About Science & Technology
- 8: Things You Should Know About the Social Sciences
- Copyright