Author: National Geographic
Publisher: National Geographic
ISBN: 1426220642
Category : HISTORY
Languages : en
Pages : 420
Book Description
"Foreword by Amy Briggs, executive editor of National Geographic History"--Jacket.
National Geographic History at a Glance
Author: National Geographic
Publisher: National Geographic
ISBN: 1426220642
Category : HISTORY
Languages : en
Pages : 420
Book Description
"Foreword by Amy Briggs, executive editor of National Geographic History"--Jacket.
Publisher: National Geographic
ISBN: 1426220642
Category : HISTORY
Languages : en
Pages : 420
Book Description
"Foreword by Amy Briggs, executive editor of National Geographic History"--Jacket.
National Geographic Concise History of the World
Author: Neil Kagan
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 9780792283645
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 420
Book Description
A chronology of world history ranges from the dawn of humankind to the present day, examining important events, milestones, ideas, and personalities that occurred simultaneously in different regions of the world.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 9780792283645
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 420
Book Description
A chronology of world history ranges from the dawn of humankind to the present day, examining important events, milestones, ideas, and personalities that occurred simultaneously in different regions of the world.
National Geographic History Book
Author: Marcus Cowper
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426206798
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
A chronological journey through world history from the beginnings of man becomes interactive with reproductions of historical documents, including pages from the Gutenberg Bible, William Shakespeare's will, and blueprints for the Titanic.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426206798
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
A chronological journey through world history from the beginnings of man becomes interactive with reproductions of historical documents, including pages from the Gutenberg Bible, William Shakespeare's will, and blueprints for the Titanic.
National Geographic Visual History of the World
Author: Klaus Berndl
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 650
Book Description
Publisher Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 650
Book Description
Publisher Description
National Geographic Ultimate Visual History of the World
Author: Jean-Pierre Isbouts
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781426221897
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 656
Book Description
Follow the fascinating threads of human history in this monumental volume, amply illustrated with maps, archival imagery, and revealing photographs. History comes to life in this comprehensive overview of humankind, from earliest times to the present day. Each page is filled with stunning visuals and thought-provoking text that make this book an instant classic. From the Babylonian Empire to the Persian Gulf War, from the Xia and Shang Dynasties of Bronze Age China to the new space race, from Egyptian hieroglyphics to the digital age--here, in vivid color and crisp narrative, is the sweeping story of the history of civilization. Every chapter includes: Notable dates Salient quotations from the time Explanatory maps Fascinating sidebar stories Photographs of artifacts & landscapes Art works depicting dramatic scenes Visually driven, rich and far-reaching yet friendly and browsable, with iconic National Geographic maps, illustrations, and images enhancing the pages, this new book is a history-lover's dream. You can complete your collection of recent National Geographic history books with National Geographic History at a Glance and More Bad Days in History by Michael Farquhar -- and you will treasure earlier National Geographic titles by this author, including The Biblical World,In the Footsteps of Jesus, and Archaeology of the Bible.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781426221897
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 656
Book Description
Follow the fascinating threads of human history in this monumental volume, amply illustrated with maps, archival imagery, and revealing photographs. History comes to life in this comprehensive overview of humankind, from earliest times to the present day. Each page is filled with stunning visuals and thought-provoking text that make this book an instant classic. From the Babylonian Empire to the Persian Gulf War, from the Xia and Shang Dynasties of Bronze Age China to the new space race, from Egyptian hieroglyphics to the digital age--here, in vivid color and crisp narrative, is the sweeping story of the history of civilization. Every chapter includes: Notable dates Salient quotations from the time Explanatory maps Fascinating sidebar stories Photographs of artifacts & landscapes Art works depicting dramatic scenes Visually driven, rich and far-reaching yet friendly and browsable, with iconic National Geographic maps, illustrations, and images enhancing the pages, this new book is a history-lover's dream. You can complete your collection of recent National Geographic history books with National Geographic History at a Glance and More Bad Days in History by Michael Farquhar -- and you will treasure earlier National Geographic titles by this author, including The Biblical World,In the Footsteps of Jesus, and Archaeology of the Bible.
Face to Face with Lions
Author: Beverly Joubert
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 142630627X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
You look straight ahead. You try to breathe normally. You can smell the scent of the huge cat that is staring back. You are a cameraman. He is the King of Beasts. Your only thought is "I hope he has eaten today." Let National Geographic Explorers-in-Residence Dereck and Beverly Joubert bring you closer to the power and majesty of the regal African lion. With fewer than 25,000 wild lions now left on Earth, the authors make a passionate plea to young readers to take an active role in securing a future for these magnificent creatures.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 142630627X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
You look straight ahead. You try to breathe normally. You can smell the scent of the huge cat that is staring back. You are a cameraman. He is the King of Beasts. Your only thought is "I hope he has eaten today." Let National Geographic Explorers-in-Residence Dereck and Beverly Joubert bring you closer to the power and majesty of the regal African lion. With fewer than 25,000 wild lions now left on Earth, the authors make a passionate plea to young readers to take an active role in securing a future for these magnificent creatures.
National Geographic Almanac of World History
Author: Patricia Daniels
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426213913
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
Traces the history of how humankind evolved from its first beginnings to the complex societies that exist today.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426213913
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
Traces the history of how humankind evolved from its first beginnings to the complex societies that exist today.
The Science of Everything
Author:
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426211686
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
"This book explains the science behind all the machines, gadgets, systems, and processes we take for granted. The perfect book for techies--young or old, male or female--who read Popular Science and Wired or watch "How It Works" and "How It's Made."
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426211686
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
"This book explains the science behind all the machines, gadgets, systems, and processes we take for granted. The perfect book for techies--young or old, male or female--who read Popular Science and Wired or watch "How It Works" and "How It's Made."
Our Country's First Ladies
Author: Ann Bausum
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 9781426300066
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
Short biographies of our nation's fascinating first ladies.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 9781426300066
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
Short biographies of our nation's fascinating first ladies.
Timelines of World History
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744070287
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
An illustrated record covering all the major events and achievements in human history. Designed for history aficionados, trivia buffs, or anyone with a curious mind, Timelines of World History takes an innovative approach to the traditional, text-driven style of a date-by-date chronology. Tracing the progress of humanity from the dawn of history to the present day, the book follows major historical events, cultural milestones, the expansions of empires, and the inventions and achievements of civilizations. Important events are cross-referenced with specific dates, important historical figures are profiled, and introductory essays profile what was happening and why. With more than 500 photographs and illustrations and over 25 maps, this is the most authoritative visual chronological record of the last 20,000 years.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744070287
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
An illustrated record covering all the major events and achievements in human history. Designed for history aficionados, trivia buffs, or anyone with a curious mind, Timelines of World History takes an innovative approach to the traditional, text-driven style of a date-by-date chronology. Tracing the progress of humanity from the dawn of history to the present day, the book follows major historical events, cultural milestones, the expansions of empires, and the inventions and achievements of civilizations. Important events are cross-referenced with specific dates, important historical figures are profiled, and introductory essays profile what was happening and why. With more than 500 photographs and illustrations and over 25 maps, this is the most authoritative visual chronological record of the last 20,000 years.