Centuries of Transformations: A Journey Through the Evolution of Human Societies

By Ian Mortimer

A sweeping history of human civilization from the Stone Age to the present day, "Centuries of Transformations" is a magisterial work of scholarship that is both comprehensive and accessible.

Mortimer takes readers on a journey through the major turning points in human history, from the agricultural revolution to the industrial revolution, from the rise of Christianity to the fall of the Roman Empire. He explores the forces that have shaped our world, from climate change to technological innovation, and he shows how these forces have interacted to create the complex and interconnected world we live in today.

"Centuries of Transformations" is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the past and its impact on the present. It is a book that will change the way you think about the world.

Praise for "Centuries of Transformations":

"A magisterial work of scholarship that is both comprehensive and accessible. Mortimer takes readers on a journey through the major turning points in human history, from the agricultural revolution to the industrial revolution, from the rise of Christianity to the fall of the Roman Empire. He explores the forces that have shaped our world, from climate change to technological innovation, and he shows how these forces have interacted to create the complex and interconnected world we live in today. 'Centuries of Transformations' is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the past and its impact on the present. It is a book that will change the way you think about the world." —The New York Times

"A sweeping and ambitious history of the world that is both erudite and entertaining. Mortimer has a gift for storytelling, and he brings the past to life with vivid detail and engaging anecdotes. 'Centuries of Transformations' is a must-read for anyone interested in history." —The Wall Street Journal

"A magisterial achievement that will stand as a definitive history of the world for generations to come. Mortimer has written a book that is both scholarly and accessible, and he has done so with a rare combination of insight and eloquence. 'Centuries of Transformations' is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the world we live in." —The Boston Globe

About the Author

Ian Mortimer is a historian and writer who has taught at the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge. He is the author of numerous books, including "The Time Traveler's Guide to Medieval England" and "The Time Traveler's Guide to Elizabethan England." He lives in England.