Allen C. Guelzo

"...a monumental work of reclamation and revival...The Golden Thread comes as a history, an argument, a treasure hoard." - The Wall Street JournalA sweeping, resource-rich history of the ancient world and Christendom-designed for students and lifelong learners alike, and faithful to the enduring legacy of the Western tradition.This is Volume I of a two-part series tracing the story of Western...

The way Guelzo weaves faith, liberty, reason, and historical complexity into a coherent and accessible story creates a rich and thoughtful exploration of Western civilization that feels both rigorous and deeply human. —Jared Diamond, author of Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies A compelling, resource-rich history of the modern West—from the Renaissance to the present—designed for students...