An Encyclopedia of World History: Ancient, Medieval, and Modern

by William L. Langer

Provides a comprehensive reference to major historical developments since the Paleolithic period

Genres: History, Reference, Nonfiction, World History

1569 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1948

About the author

William Leonard Langer was an historian specializing in the diplomacy of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A graduate of Harvard University, he taught at Clark University before accepting an appointment at Harvard University, where he eventually served as the chairman of the history department. He was on leave during World War II as head of the Research and Analysis Branch of the Office of Strategic Services, and served as president of the American Historical Association in 1957.

Reviews

[C.R.]

A chronology of world history. Extremely valuable as a reference book.