An Universal History: From The Beginning Of The World, To The Empire Of Charlemagne (1821) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781436776530)

An Universal History: From The Beginning Of The World, To The Empire Of Charlemagne is a book written by Jacques Bossuet and first published in 1821. The book provides a comprehensive history of the world, starting from the creation of the universe and the earliest human civilizations, and ending with the reign of Charlemagne, the first Holy Roman Emperor. In this book, Bossuet explores the major events, figures, and cultural developments that shaped the world as we know it today. He covers topics such as the rise and fall of empires, the spread of religions and philosophies, and the evolution of art and literature. Throughout the book, Bossuet emphasizes the role of divine providence in shaping history, arguing that God has a plan for the world and that everything that happens is part of that plan. He also stresses the importance of moral and ethical principles in human affairs, and he frequently draws lessons from history to illustrate his points. An Universal History is a classic work of historical literature that has been widely read and studied for centuries. It remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the major events and trends that have shaped our world, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of history's greatest thinkers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Jacques-Benigne Bossuet
ISBN-10: 1436776538
ISBN-13: 9781436776530
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2008
Pages: 404
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.19lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.83d