--- product_id: 12515708 title: "The World from Beginnings to 4000 BCE (New Oxford World History)" brand: "ian tattersall" price: "$68.24" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/12515708-the-world-from-beginnings-to-4000-bce-new-oxford-world store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # The World from Beginnings to 4000 BCE (New Oxford World History) **Brand:** ian tattersall **Price:** $68.24 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The World from Beginnings to 4000 BCE (New Oxford World History) by ian tattersall - **How much does it cost?** $68.24 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/12515708-the-world-from-beginnings-to-4000-bce-new-oxford-world) ## Best For - ian tattersall enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ian tattersall brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The World from Beginnings to 4000 BCE (New Oxford World History) ## Images ![The World from Beginnings to 4000 BCE (New Oxford World History) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71og4BcqB2L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Concise coverage of several million years *by H***Y on Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2012* An enjoyable (but short) read - covers "the World" (from a hominid/human perspective) through to the development of civilisation/cities around 4000 BCE. Starts with a synopsis of the history of theories on evolution - and provides a big breakthrough in understanding for the layman in presenting the non-linear approach to evolution. Makes sense, moving through the emergence and co-existence of various hominids. Also explains in clear terms how homo sapiens came to populate the earth and how so-called racial variations came to emerge. Well illustrated with photos, maps and drawings. The only disappointment is that the book is quite short - the text in the Kindle version is complete at around 70% through, with the remaining 30% comprising sources, references to websites and an index. That quibble aside, this book has brought great clarity to a subject that was previously buried in mystery. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars A little light at the end *by M***N on Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2011* I bought this book because I wanted something to bridge the gap I'm finding in books for a general but educated audience that cover the period in Human history between the Ice Age and the Bronze Age. The last chapter doesn't quite live up to the title, not quite making it to 4000 BCE. He gives only a very cursory treatment of the discovery of agriculture and the domestication of animals, far short of a fully fleshed-out account of the human experience just before the dawn of civilization. I don't feel I know much more than I did before I read the book.However, the book is very well-written and entertaining without being glib or dumbed-down. I highly recommend it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Mankind, evolution of the mind. *by N***M on Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2017* Ian Tattersall is the ultimate story teller. His work answers so many questions I have in evolution of humans. Why did it take so long for humans to become civilized. 200,000 Years of developing our minds and what do we have to show for it; dominion over the planet but still not civilized? Our minds are like nothing that has come before, yet our tenure on earth may come to an end. But this book is not about end times. It is a celebration on the human mind. An awakening of thought and culture that will never come again. This may be a novel take on this book but I have read three other books of this author. They were very good stories as well but this book brings all of human evolution together with out using many technical expressions to describe what we all want to know. A remarkable book. ## Frequently Bought Together - The World from Beginnings to 4000 BCE (New Oxford World History) - Masters of the Planet: The Search for Our Human Origins (MacSci) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/12515708-the-world-from-beginnings-to-4000-bce-new-oxford-world](https://www.desertcart.us/products/12515708-the-world-from-beginnings-to-4000-bce-new-oxford-world) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-21*