Author: Meghan O'Reilly Fiero
Publisher: Grolier, Incorporated
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
Chronicles the twentieth century, both at home and abroad, including an overview of business and industry, science and technology, arts and entertainment, and trends and fads.
Milestones of the 20th Century
Author: Meghan O'Reilly Fiero
Publisher: Grolier, Incorporated
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
Chronicles the twentieth century, both at home and abroad, including an overview of business and industry, science and technology, arts and entertainment, and trends and fads.
Publisher: Grolier, Incorporated
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
Chronicles the twentieth century, both at home and abroad, including an overview of business and industry, science and technology, arts and entertainment, and trends and fads.
Children's History of the 20th Century
Author:
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9780789447227
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Traces the events of the 20th century, month-by-month, with over 3,500 photographs.
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9780789447227
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Traces the events of the 20th century, month-by-month, with over 3,500 photographs.
Great Events from History
Author: Robert F. Gorman
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 690
Book Description
Contains essays that examine significant events in the history of the early twentieth century from 1901 to 1940, covering world politics, society and culture, literary movements, art and music, immigration, and legislation; arranged chronologically with maps, illustrations, and quotations for primary souce documents.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 690
Book Description
Contains essays that examine significant events in the history of the early twentieth century from 1901 to 1940, covering world politics, society and culture, literary movements, art and music, immigration, and legislation; arranged chronologically with maps, illustrations, and quotations for primary souce documents.
A Century of Nature
Author: Laura Garwin
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 0226284166
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 381
Book Description
Many of the scientific breakthroughs of the twentieth century were first reported in the journal Nature. A Century of Nature brings together in one volume Nature's greatest hits—reproductions of seminal contributions that changed science and the world, accompanied by essays written by leading scientists (including four Nobel laureates) that provide historical context for each article, explain its insights in graceful, accessible prose, and celebrate the serendipity of discovery and the rewards of searching for needles in haystacks.
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 0226284166
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 381
Book Description
Many of the scientific breakthroughs of the twentieth century were first reported in the journal Nature. A Century of Nature brings together in one volume Nature's greatest hits—reproductions of seminal contributions that changed science and the world, accompanied by essays written by leading scientists (including four Nobel laureates) that provide historical context for each article, explain its insights in graceful, accessible prose, and celebrate the serendipity of discovery and the rewards of searching for needles in haystacks.
History of the Twentieth Century
Author: Martin Gilbert
Publisher: Rosetta Books
ISBN: 0795337329
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 723
Book Description
A chronological compilation of twentieth-century world events in one volume—from the acclaimed historian and biographer of Winston S. Churchill. The twentieth century has been one of the most unique in human history. It has seen the rise of some of humanity’s most important advances to date, as well as many of its most violent and terrifying wars. This is a condensed version of renowned historian Martin Gilbert’s masterful examination of the century’s history, offering the highlights of a three-volume work that covers more than three thousand pages. From the invention of aviation to the rise of the Internet, and from events and cataclysmic changes in Europe to those in Asia, Africa, and North America, Martin examines art, literature, war, religion, life and death, and celebration and renewal across the globe, and throughout this turbulent and astonishing century.
Publisher: Rosetta Books
ISBN: 0795337329
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 723
Book Description
A chronological compilation of twentieth-century world events in one volume—from the acclaimed historian and biographer of Winston S. Churchill. The twentieth century has been one of the most unique in human history. It has seen the rise of some of humanity’s most important advances to date, as well as many of its most violent and terrifying wars. This is a condensed version of renowned historian Martin Gilbert’s masterful examination of the century’s history, offering the highlights of a three-volume work that covers more than three thousand pages. From the invention of aviation to the rise of the Internet, and from events and cataclysmic changes in Europe to those in Asia, Africa, and North America, Martin examines art, literature, war, religion, life and death, and celebration and renewal across the globe, and throughout this turbulent and astonishing century.
Twentieth Century, 1941-1970
Author: Robert F. Gorman
Publisher: Salem PressInc
ISBN: 9781587653322
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 3726
Book Description
Presents essays arranged in chronological order on key world events that occurred in such areas as politics, science, medicine, communications, literature, music, philosophy, and international affairs during the twentieth century.
Publisher: Salem PressInc
ISBN: 9781587653322
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 3726
Book Description
Presents essays arranged in chronological order on key world events that occurred in such areas as politics, science, medicine, communications, literature, music, philosophy, and international affairs during the twentieth century.
Guinness Book of the 20th Century
Author: Guinness World Records
Publisher: Mint Publishers
ISBN: 9781892051059
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
A year-by-year chronicle of the twentieth century, highlighting the major news stories, as well as popular events that defined the times.
Publisher: Mint Publishers
ISBN: 9781892051059
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
A year-by-year chronicle of the twentieth century, highlighting the major news stories, as well as popular events that defined the times.
20th Century American History for Kids
Author: Andrea Bentley
Publisher: Rockridge Press
ISBN: 9781647397906
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Discover 30 milestones that made 20th-century American history--for kids History is a great teacher, and 20th Century American History for Kids makes learning fun for kids ages 8 to 12 by introducing them to the people, places, and relevant cultural events that have shaped the United States as a nation from 1901 to 2000. Organized into five easily digestible eras, you'll explore influential times that have defined the modern American experience, including World War I and II, the Civil Rights Movement, the Women's Liberation Movement, the Cold War, and beyond. From the Wright Brothers' first manned flight in 1903 to the invention of the personal computer and the rise of the Internet in the 1980s, this accessible yet authoritative American history for kids book will keep even reluctant readers engaged and entertained for hours. Along the way, you'll meet fascinating famous people that stood for freedom, innovation, and change like the 40th U.S. President Ronald Reagan, astronaut Neil Armstrong, civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Supreme Court Judge Sandra Day O'Connor, women's rights activist Susan B. Anthony, and many others. 20th Century American History for Kids features: A straightforward approach--Get an insightful, in-depth look at 20th-century American history for kids. Clear context--Explore 30 history-defining events that are relevant to today's young learners. Kid-friendly coverage--American history for kids will come alive through engaging sidebars, bursts, boxes, and more essential extras. Go on an awesome adventure through our country's epic past in 20th Century American History for Kids.
Publisher: Rockridge Press
ISBN: 9781647397906
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Discover 30 milestones that made 20th-century American history--for kids History is a great teacher, and 20th Century American History for Kids makes learning fun for kids ages 8 to 12 by introducing them to the people, places, and relevant cultural events that have shaped the United States as a nation from 1901 to 2000. Organized into five easily digestible eras, you'll explore influential times that have defined the modern American experience, including World War I and II, the Civil Rights Movement, the Women's Liberation Movement, the Cold War, and beyond. From the Wright Brothers' first manned flight in 1903 to the invention of the personal computer and the rise of the Internet in the 1980s, this accessible yet authoritative American history for kids book will keep even reluctant readers engaged and entertained for hours. Along the way, you'll meet fascinating famous people that stood for freedom, innovation, and change like the 40th U.S. President Ronald Reagan, astronaut Neil Armstrong, civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Supreme Court Judge Sandra Day O'Connor, women's rights activist Susan B. Anthony, and many others. 20th Century American History for Kids features: A straightforward approach--Get an insightful, in-depth look at 20th-century American history for kids. Clear context--Explore 30 history-defining events that are relevant to today's young learners. Kid-friendly coverage--American history for kids will come alive through engaging sidebars, bursts, boxes, and more essential extras. Go on an awesome adventure through our country's epic past in 20th Century American History for Kids.
Science in the Early Twentieth Century
Author: Jacob Darwin Hamblin
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
ISBN: 1851096655
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"This encyclopedia covers a period of enormous scientific discovery. Scientists developed previously unimagined theories, disciplines, and applications: relativity and quantum physics; cultural anthropology; psychoanalysis and behavioral theory; and insulin and antibiotics. Science became the moving force in the world, with effects on all aspects of life and thought. Although most encyclopedias about science treat it in isolation, Science in the Early Twentieth Century details the great scientific advances of this key period and places them firmly within their social context."--BOOK JACKET.
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
ISBN: 1851096655
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"This encyclopedia covers a period of enormous scientific discovery. Scientists developed previously unimagined theories, disciplines, and applications: relativity and quantum physics; cultural anthropology; psychoanalysis and behavioral theory; and insulin and antibiotics. Science became the moving force in the world, with effects on all aspects of life and thought. Although most encyclopedias about science treat it in isolation, Science in the Early Twentieth Century details the great scientific advances of this key period and places them firmly within their social context."--BOOK JACKET.
20th Century
Author: Richard Overy
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 1409383911
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 323
Book Description
Presents the key political, historical and cultural events that shaped the twentieth century.
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 1409383911
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 323
Book Description
Presents the key political, historical and cultural events that shaped the twentieth century.