The story of humanity

Author: Hofstadter
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Publish Date: 2000-08-01
Features: The author Hofstadter's The Story of Mankind, written in 1921, brought him instant fame and international acclaim. He transforms the complex and dry history of mankind into an easy and humorous spiritual feast for readers, accompanied by nearly 150 illustrations. The Story of Mankind is the breakout work of the renowned American popular historian Hofstadter. After its publication, the book sold over ten million copies and was translated into more than 20 languages. "Hofstadter's pen has a magic—it uses literary techniques to tell science. Whether adults or children, those who read his books are captivated and forget time." (Yu Dafu) It is self-evident that for the readers of China learning English, the humorous, approachable, and popular original works of Hofstadter are excellent reading materials.