William H. McNeill

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Anthropology History
  • William Hardy McNeill was a renowned historian who taught at the University of Chicago from 1947 to 1987.

  • He is best known for his influential work "The Rise of the West" (1963), which argued that cultural exchange drives human history.

  • William H. McNeill received numerous accolades, including the National Book Award, Erasmus Prize, and National Humanities Medal.

  • His books, particularly "The Rise of the West," have been widely recognized for their significance in historical scholarship.

  • McNeill's interdisciplinary approach and emphasis on global interconnectedness have left a lasting impact on the field of history.

Books by William H. McNeill