"The Earth and Its Peoples: A Global History, Sixth Edition" by Richard Bulliet and other contributing authors is a comprehensive textbook exploring the history of the world. Published by Cengage Learning in 2014, this hardcover book covers a wide range of subjects in a 1088-page format. With a focus on general and world history, this textbook is a valuable resource for students and educators looking to delve into the complexities of global civilizations and their impact on each other."