​The Home of Mankind: The Story of the World We Live In by Hendrik Willem van Loon is a richly illustrated historical work first published in 1933 by George G. Harrap & Co. Spanning 506 pages and featuring 32 plates, the book offers an engaging narrative of human history, blending storytelling with Van Loon’s own illustrations. It reflects Van Loon’s distinctive approach to making complex historical topics accessible and compelling for general readers. ​