In this classic work of history, John Adams provides a sweeping overview of world history from the Creation to the late 18th century. He covers a wide range of topics, including the rise and fall of empires, the spread of religion and culture, and the development of science and technology. The book provides a valuable perspective on the flow of history and is a must-read for anyone interested in the grand sweep of human events. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.