The Story of Civilization is a comprehensive historical account of human civilization, written by W.S. Smith and first published in 1912. The book covers the development of human societies from the earliest civilizations in Mesopotamia and Egypt to the modern era. It explores the political, social, economic, and cultural aspects of each period, providing readers with a detailed understanding of the forces that shaped human history. The book is divided into several volumes, each of which focuses on a particular period or theme. Volume one covers the ancient civilizations of Egypt and Mesopotamia, while subsequent volumes examine the rise and fall of empires such as Greece and Rome, the medieval period, the Renaissance, and the modern era. The Story of Civilization is a seminal work in the field of history, and remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the evolution of human civilization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.