Arnold J. Toynbee
Arnold J. Toynbee was a British historian and philosopher of history who is best known for his 12-volume analysis of the rise and fall of civilizations, 'A Study of History', published from 1934 to 1961. He was a prolific writer who covered a wide range of historical, political, and social topics. Toynbee's work examined the cyclical development of civilizations and sought to understand the factors that led to their success or decline.
Books
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1. A Study of History
"A Study of History" is an extensive 12-volume universal history, exploring the development and decay of world civilizations throughout the ages. The author proposes that civilizations rise and fall based on their responses to challenges, both physical and social. The book also puts forth the idea that religions play a crucial role in the rise of civilizations and that the failure of a civilization's creative power can lead to its decline. The work is renowned for its scholarly depth and its controversial theories about the cyclical nature of history.
