A Short History of The WorldA Short History of the World is a book written by H. G. Wells, first published in 1922. It is an attempt to provide a broad overview of human history, from the origins of the Earth and life to the early 20th century, presented in a succinct and accessible way. Wells, a prolific British writer known for his works on science fiction, history, and social commentary, approaches the history of the world in this work with his characteristic style of