Physical description
The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.
Publication type
non-fiction
Inscriptions & markings
Flyleaf has the title with Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. In twenty five volumes-Vol. XXIII and London “The Times” 1908 in Gothic script
Summary
The historians' History of the World, Volume 23 serves as a fascinating transition point where the series moves from the political history of nations to the broader history of the West, and the late-stage development of several major world powers.
This volume covers and returns to, Germany, Scandinavia, and the Modern Nations. It is a diverse volume that primarily focuses on the History of Germany (Part II), covering the period from the mid-18th century through the early 20th century, and the History of Scandinavia.
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References
- HathiTrust Digital Library: Technical examination of the The Historians' History of the World (Vol. 23) Table of Contents, detailing the split between "Germany" and "Scandinavia."
- Wikipedia: "The Historians' History of the World" — Overview of the series structure, editors (Williams, Fleming, Hughes), and publishing history by The Times and The Outlook Company.
- Williams, H. S. (Ed.). (1908). The Historians' History of the World, Vol. 22, 1485-The Times / New York: Outlook Company.
- WorldCat (OCLC): Library records confirming the subject headings for Volume 23: "Germany — History," "Scandinavia — History," and "Denmark, Sweden, and Norway."
