My knowledge in history is very poor. I want to know some basic history. Please recommend some books that don’t dwell on a single incident or period but rather gives an overview. Preferably, books on medieval history. It would be a plus if the book has beautiful prose.
Thank you.
‘A Short History of Nearly Everything’ by Bill Bryson sounds right up your alley. The follow-up ‘At Home - A short History of Private Life’ is good as well. The titles kind of explain themselves pretty well. He’s a very engaging writer.