The Rise and Fall of Civilizations: Why Civilizations Rise and Fall and What Happens When They End Contributor(s): Hagger, Nicholas (Author) |
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ISBN: 1846940109 ISBN-13: 9781846940101 Publisher: Iff Books OUR PRICE: $53.96 Product Type: Paperback Published: March 2008 Annotation: The Rise and Fall of Civilizations is a sequel to The Light of Civilization, the most monumental study of the history of civilizations for several generations, where Nicholas Hagger describes religion as the basis for civilization rather than one element in its cultural expression. Here, he outlines the patterns of the civilizations themselves, providing a unique interpretation of the dynamics of their origin, rise and collapse, and how one civilization leads into the next. Essential reading for students of history, it will interest all seeking to understand historical patterns and where our civilization is headed today. |
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BISAC Categories: - History | Civilization - History | World - General |
Dewey: 909 |
Physical Information: 1.26" H x 5.95" W x 9.15" (1.75 lbs) 672 pages |
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Publisher Description: Nicholas Hagger presents an examination of the patterns of civilizations, providing a unique interpretation into their origin, rise and collapse, and how one civilization leads into the next. |