Books that Changed the World
by Robert B. Downs
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Author: Robert B. DownsEdition: Mass Market Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2004-03-02
ISBN: 0451529286
Number of pages: 352
Publisher: Signet Classics
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This is a well-written, interesting overview of books that have made a direct impact on events, or that have deeply influenced people's minds over time. The author, Robert B Downs, a distinguished librarian, is a credible and persuasive commentator. Simply reading the book from cover to cover constitutes a liberal education.
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