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The World: A Family History of Humanity
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Simon Sebag Montefiore's "The World: A Family History of Humanity" is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of human history.
The book traces the interconnectedness of human societies across continents and millennia, highlighting the common threads that unite us.
Montefiore masterfully weaves together political, social, and cultural narratives, providing a rich tapestry of human experience.
The book explores the rise and fall of empires, the development of civilizations, and the enduring power of human ingenuity.
It offers a fresh perspective on the human story, emphasizing the shared experiences and common destinies of humanity.
The book traces the interconnectedness of human societies across continents and millennia, highlighting the common threads that unite us.
Montefiore masterfully weaves together political, social, and cultural narratives, providing a rich tapestry of human experience.
The book explores the rise and fall of empires, the development of civilizations, and the enduring power of human ingenuity.
It offers a fresh perspective on the human story, emphasizing the shared experiences and common destinies of humanity.
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when discussing the history of the region, Jews in the region, and the emergence of Christianity and Islam.


Sam Harris

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#393 - Is History Repeating Itself?
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as an amazing and dazzling book about the history of humanity, featuring many characters discussed in the podcast.

Anita Anand

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73. Ivan the Terrible and the Founding of Russia
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when discussing Peter the Great's inspirations.


Simon Sebag Montefiore

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74. Peter the Great: The First Emperor
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as a companion piece to 

's book, offering a different perspective on the role of women in history.

Kate Williams


Kate Mosse

The Powerful Women Who Made History
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, written by Simon Sebag Montefiore, and devotes some early chapters to great Arab figures.


Simon Brewer

176: Beyond the Silk Roads: Middle Eastern Venture Investing - With Noor Sweid, Founder and Managing Partner of Global Ventures
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as the author's new book covering key families who shaped global history.


Simon Brewer

84: Simon Sebag Montefiore, Bestselling Author of 'The World: A Family History', Discusses the Power of Family Dynasties
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when discussing the history of the region, Jews in the region, and the emergence of Christianity and Islam.


Sam Harris

#393 - Is History Repeating Itself?