The narrative begins with the advent of modern age and ends with the Second World War focussing different aspects of political, diplomatic, social, economic and cultural ferments. Alongside Europe's main powers, the author delves deep into non-European regions - America, Latin America, Far East, Middle East, South Asia and Africa. The period, teeming with momentous political events and fruitful achievements in cultural fields, has been brought to light by the author in a form that may be interesting to the students for better understanding of the efflorescence of human civilization. In its range and diversity the book represents one of the most remarkable and illuminating works in history.