"The Written World: The Power of Stories in Shaping People, History, Civilization" is a book that examines the influence of various texts on the formation of world culture and the way people think throughout the ages. The author of the book, Martin Pichtel, traces interesting connections between various literary works and events in the history of mankind, revealing how written texts determine our worldview. Thanks to the research and analysis of various literary masterpieces, the author shows that every nation and every civilization has its own stories and myths that have influenced the development of society. The book demonstrates what powers are hidden in the texts that convey to us the stories of past generations and prompt us to new thoughts and discoveries. "The Written World" offers readers to look at familiar things from a new angle, to understand how the power of words can be used to change the world and influence people. This book will be an interesting read for anyone interested in the influence of literature on the formation of our society and culture."