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Modern Times Revised Edition

The World from the Twenties to the Nineties (Perennial Classics)

Paul Johnson

This book covers two major narratives of the 20th century: savage wars over ideology and scientists changing the course of history. Paul Johnson marks the start of the modern era with the proof of Albert Einstein's general theory of relativity in 1919. He explores the lives of individuals who shaped society and tries to convince readers with his conservative viewpoint. This well-written and thought-provoking book provides much food for thought.
Publish Date
1992-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
1992-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 1983
Goodreads Rating
4.27
ISBN
9780060935504
Recommendations
2
Recommendations
People always ask me about history books. I think I've mentioned Modern Times.      source
2012-12-05T23:06:56.000Z
“The study of history is a powerful antidote to contemporary arrogance." -Paul Johnson, author of one of my favorite books Modern Times      source