The Lessons of History (1968, Fifth Printing) by Will & Ariel Durant

Will & Ariel Durant

Published by Simon and Schuster, 1968

About this Item

A concise distillation of the Durants' monumental Story of Civilization, The Lessons of History surveys recurring patterns in politics, economics, religion, war, and culture through thirteen brief thematic essays. Drawing upon four decades of research, the Durants offer a reflective synthesis of historical forces and human behavior, presenting one of the most accessible gateways into their broader philosophical project. This edition, issued shortly after the original 1968 publication, maintains the same clean design and typography of the first printing. The book is in Very Good condition: black cloth boards are square and clean with bright gilt spine lettering; binding is sound; interior pages remain crisp, unmarked, and evenly toned. The dust jacket is Good, showing edgewear, creasing, short tears at the spine ends, and rubbing along the folds, but remains complete and unclipped (original $3.95 price intact). A small closed tear at the upper front panel and several perimeter nicks are present. Overall, a solid example with its jacket preserved. This copy is a Fifth Printing, clearly stated on the copyright page; the first printing carries no printing designation. Content and format remain identical to early trade issues. Will and Ariel Durant were Pulitzer Prize-winning historians whose collaborative works, especially the eleven-volume Story of Civilization, shaped 20th-century popular historical writing. Known for their clarity, humanism, and philosophical insight, the Durants brought broad cultural narratives to a wide readership and remain influential interpreters of world history.

Seller Inventory # NF.DUR.1968.1

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Lessons of History (1968, Fifth Printing) by Will & Ariel Durant
• Publisher: Simon and Schuster
• Publication Date: 1968
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Printing: 5th or later Printing
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Non-Fiction
  • History