"Chronology of World Civilization" by Werner Stein is a unique reference publication that has no analogues in the wealth of information contained in it. Here, in summary chronological tables, the history of Western European human civilization from the 10 millennium BC to the end of the 20th century is presented. Chronological tables are verified and brought to the end of the 20th century. Located in chronological sequence, the material is divided into seven sections, covering all areas of the spiritual and material culture of mankind. Each column reveals a particular topic: history, religion, life, etc., and has its own symbolic designation. The main facts of the life and work of a historical figure, writer, artist, musician, scientist, etc. are given briefly on the date of his birth and in more detail on the date of his death. In some cases, information about an outstanding work of art or scientific discovery contains the facts of the biography and date of birth and death of its author. The publication is equipped with a name index. At the end of the book is a list of major abbreviations.