S. Wise Bauer

Presents a history of the ancient world, from 6000 B.C. to 400 A.D.

The Story of the World weaves world history into a storybook format. This volume covers the major historical events from the years 400 to 1600, from the fall of Rome through the rise of the Renaissance.

These spirited readings of the last volume in Bauer's history series bring to life the stories and records of human history from ancient times to the present. Written in an engaging, straightforward manner, this volume of the popular "Story of the World" series weaves world history into a storybook format. The fourth volume covers the major historical events of the last 150 years, from the American Civil War to the presidency of Nelson Mandela.