Shortest History Series Set of 5 Books

Shortest History Box-set II (Concepts) gathers five titles from the acclaimed The Shortest History series into one curated collection. Each book turns a vast and complex subject into an engaging, fast-paced overview with clear historical context and contemporary relevance. The set includes The Shortest History of War by Gwynne Dyer, which examines warfare and its role in human civilization; The Shortest History of Sex by David Baker, a history of reproduction, sexuality, and human behaviour; The Shortest History of Economics by Andrew Leigh, which explains the ideas and forces that shape economies; The Shortest History of Democracy by John Keane, tracing 4,000 years of self-government; and The Shortest History of the Universe by David Baker, exploring the story of the cosmos from the Big Bang to humanity. Published by Picador India in January 2026, the box set is ideal for students, general readers, and anyone seeking a broad foundation in history, science, politics, and social thought.