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A Short Course Of History - Softcover

Havilland Le Mesurier Chepmell

 
9780371653661: A Short Course Of History

Synopsis

A Short Course Of History by Havilland Le Mesurier Chepmell is a compact primer that provides abridged, introductory narratives of Greece, Rome, and England, designed for beginners seeking a concise overview rather than full-scale histories. The book focuses on essential historical events and chronology, while leaving geographical and antiquarian details for the teacher to provide. It is organized into three parts—Greece, Rome, and England—with prefatory notes about the abridgment method and the use of italics to highlight individuals in genealogies. Additionally, the work includes a general vocabulary of names and emphasizes the most commonly used terms across languages, making it a digestible and accessible entry point into classical and world history for students and general readers alike.

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