This was an interesting and thought -provoking presentation of important ideas. I think that many readers will benefit from the approach and the content.

Philosophy and history, a little bit of everything for nerds like me. I don't always like reading philosophy, the thoughts of someone else, but having the series of ideas humanity followed is similar information presented in a story instead of a textbook. Well done.

Like any other book by the Scholl of Like it must be read slowly, some pages at a time and taking your time to reflect and elaborate.
This is one of the most complex and intellectually satisfying as it deals with ideas.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this arc, all opinions are mine

I always appreciate the way that The School of Life is able to merge art with philosophy, and this book is no exception. I was concerned that the book would focus only on western influences on history and historiography, but it was pleasant to see other cultures held in high accord.

This is a book, like many others by School of Life, that could be read in one sitting, but I'd advise against it. This is a book to read a few pages each day and let yourself ruminate about it for a day. I found myself philosophizing about some of the ideas that were described, and thinking about how our current era should be described

My only criticism is that I wish there was more of a clearer explanation about why the perspectives that are included were chosen. It doesn't seem to be like a random romp through different views, but I also don't feel like there is a strong connection that is weaved throughout.

Nevertheless, a great book to help readers think about how our perceptions and understanding of the world has provided paradigms for understanding of the past.