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.
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.
Timeline of World History
Author: Matt Baker
Publisher: Thunder Bay Press
ISBN: 9781645174172
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Chart the course of history through the ages with this collection of oversize foldout charts and timelines. Timeline of World History is a unique work of visual reference from the founders of the Useful Charts website that puts the world's kingdoms, empires, and civilizations in context with one another. A giant wall chart shows the timelines and key events for each region of the world, and four additional foldout charts display the history of the Americas, Europe, Asia and the Pacific, and Africa and the Middle East. Packed with maps, diagrams, and images, this book captures the very essence of our shared history.
Publisher: Thunder Bay Press
ISBN: 9781645174172
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Chart the course of history through the ages with this collection of oversize foldout charts and timelines. Timeline of World History is a unique work of visual reference from the founders of the Useful Charts website that puts the world's kingdoms, empires, and civilizations in context with one another. A giant wall chart shows the timelines and key events for each region of the world, and four additional foldout charts display the history of the Americas, Europe, Asia and the Pacific, and Africa and the Middle East. Packed with maps, diagrams, and images, this book captures the very essence of our shared history.
Timelines of History
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744034671
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
The entire course of history is revisited in this unique and unforgettable visual guide. The most memorable moments and significant events of each year are charted in a definitive timeline that runs throughout the book. From the ancient origins of our earliest African ancestors right up to our modern world today, Timelines of History includes a diverse range of people, cultures, and countries. Ideas, inventions, and innovations come together to provide a truly global view of history. Dramatic photography, eye-catching maps, and supporting graphics bring history to life as never before. The instantly accessible, multi-layered timeline enables you to move effortlessly through the ages. This essential reference strikes a balance between being completely comprehensive, but also ideal for browsing, thanks to the organized structure, chronological order, and bitesize information. This celebratory compendium makes an outstanding addition to any family library, enabling you to dip into the past any time you like.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744034671
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
The entire course of history is revisited in this unique and unforgettable visual guide. The most memorable moments and significant events of each year are charted in a definitive timeline that runs throughout the book. From the ancient origins of our earliest African ancestors right up to our modern world today, Timelines of History includes a diverse range of people, cultures, and countries. Ideas, inventions, and innovations come together to provide a truly global view of history. Dramatic photography, eye-catching maps, and supporting graphics bring history to life as never before. The instantly accessible, multi-layered timeline enables you to move effortlessly through the ages. This essential reference strikes a balance between being completely comprehensive, but also ideal for browsing, thanks to the organized structure, chronological order, and bitesize information. This celebratory compendium makes an outstanding addition to any family library, enabling you to dip into the past any time you like.
Timelines from Black History
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744044774
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Erased. Ignored. Hidden. Lost. Underappreciated. No longer. Delve into the unique, inspiring, and world-changing history of Black people. Black leaders, writers, civil rights activists, scientists, and more have influenced, inspired, and changed the societies we live in. This history book’s pages are filled with the stories of these historical giants and their contributions to the world. Grow Your Understanding of Black History This children’s book, prefaced by Mireille Harper, introduces children to prominent Black people in history such as Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, Nelson Mandela, Rosa Parks, and Dr. Martin Luther King. The timelines have been individually commissioned, with the stunning visual designs reflecting the essence of that particular historical person. This visual reflection from DK Books will compel children to investigate further and understand world history and the important roles Black people played in shaping it: • Features an equal number of timelines about women and men • Explores the amazing stories of incredible figures often ignored by European-focused history • Covers key moments in European, Caribbean, North American and African history, taking readers from pre-colonial Africa through the Jim Crow Era and the Civil Rights Movement to today’s Black Lives Matter movement • Created, designed, written, and edited by a multicultural team from many different nations, heritages, communities, faiths, and no faiths From Mansa Musa to Barack Obama; learn about more than 100 Black leaders and historical individuals, and discover the 30 timelines from throughout world history in this compelling children’s Black history book. Learn about Lewis Latimer and his integral contributions to the lightbulb, of how Ethiopia avoided colonisation thanks to its brave queen, and many more important moments in world and Black history. Pages of visual representations take children, adolescents, and adults on a trip through history. Stacked with facts and visually vibrant, Timelines From Black History: Leaders, Legacies, Legends is an unforgettable and accessible hive of information on the people and the issues that have shaped Black history.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744044774
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Erased. Ignored. Hidden. Lost. Underappreciated. No longer. Delve into the unique, inspiring, and world-changing history of Black people. Black leaders, writers, civil rights activists, scientists, and more have influenced, inspired, and changed the societies we live in. This history book’s pages are filled with the stories of these historical giants and their contributions to the world. Grow Your Understanding of Black History This children’s book, prefaced by Mireille Harper, introduces children to prominent Black people in history such as Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, Nelson Mandela, Rosa Parks, and Dr. Martin Luther King. The timelines have been individually commissioned, with the stunning visual designs reflecting the essence of that particular historical person. This visual reflection from DK Books will compel children to investigate further and understand world history and the important roles Black people played in shaping it: • Features an equal number of timelines about women and men • Explores the amazing stories of incredible figures often ignored by European-focused history • Covers key moments in European, Caribbean, North American and African history, taking readers from pre-colonial Africa through the Jim Crow Era and the Civil Rights Movement to today’s Black Lives Matter movement • Created, designed, written, and edited by a multicultural team from many different nations, heritages, communities, faiths, and no faiths From Mansa Musa to Barack Obama; learn about more than 100 Black leaders and historical individuals, and discover the 30 timelines from throughout world history in this compelling children’s Black history book. Learn about Lewis Latimer and his integral contributions to the lightbulb, of how Ethiopia avoided colonisation thanks to its brave queen, and many more important moments in world and Black history. Pages of visual representations take children, adolescents, and adults on a trip through history. Stacked with facts and visually vibrant, Timelines From Black History: Leaders, Legacies, Legends is an unforgettable and accessible hive of information on the people and the issues that have shaped Black history.
Timeline
Author: Peter Goes
Publisher: Gecko Press USA
ISBN: 1776570693
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Take a journey through the history of our planet... A perfect introduction to history for young and old, Timeline travels the story of our world, through a lens that captures myths and legends, dinosaurs, the great civilizations, kings and knights, discoveries and inventions. Timeline shows the human race building settlements, fighting wars, exploring the oceans, living in castles, yurts and skyscrapers. It takes our planet from the Big Bang to the threats of climate change. And it does not neglect the imagination--here too are dragons, icons and fictional heroes. Each scene puts global events in perspective through space and time, drawing parallels and connections with careful attention and a refreshing playfulness.
Publisher: Gecko Press USA
ISBN: 1776570693
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Take a journey through the history of our planet... A perfect introduction to history for young and old, Timeline travels the story of our world, through a lens that captures myths and legends, dinosaurs, the great civilizations, kings and knights, discoveries and inventions. Timeline shows the human race building settlements, fighting wars, exploring the oceans, living in castles, yurts and skyscrapers. It takes our planet from the Big Bang to the threats of climate change. And it does not neglect the imagination--here too are dragons, icons and fictional heroes. Each scene puts global events in perspective through space and time, drawing parallels and connections with careful attention and a refreshing playfulness.
History's Timeline
Author: Jean Cooke
Publisher: Crescent
ISBN: 9780517340004
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Presents a timeline of world history.
Publisher: Crescent
ISBN: 9780517340004
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Presents a timeline of world history.
The Ultimate Timeline of World History
Author: Christoph Marx
Publisher: B.E.S. Publishing
ISBN: 9780764165658
Category : Chronology, Historical
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Presents a chronological history of world events from over six million years ago to the present, in a work featuring timelines, photographs, illustrations, and summaries of each major historical period.
Publisher: B.E.S. Publishing
ISBN: 9780764165658
Category : Chronology, Historical
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Presents a chronological history of world events from over six million years ago to the present, in a work featuring timelines, photographs, illustrations, and summaries of each major historical period.
Smoke Signals to Smartphones
Author:
Publisher: World Book Incorporated a Scott Fetzer Company
ISBN: 9780716635437
Category : Communication
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
"Charts the milestones in the development of long-distance communication technology in a narrative timeline format. Features: glossary, additional resources, and index"--
Publisher: World Book Incorporated a Scott Fetzer Company
ISBN: 9780716635437
Category : Communication
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
"Charts the milestones in the development of long-distance communication technology in a narrative timeline format. Features: glossary, additional resources, and index"--
A Child's History of the World
Author: Virgil Mores Hillyer
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 546
Book Description
History is presented with a personal viewpoint of how and why it may have happened.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 546
Book Description
History is presented with a personal viewpoint of how and why it may have happened.
The Illustrated Timeline of World War II
Author: A. A. Evans
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1448847958
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
An overview of World War II, from the events leading up to the war, to the war crimes trials after the war, in a timeline format.
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1448847958
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
An overview of World War II, from the events leading up to the war, to the war crimes trials after the war, in a timeline format.