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The History Book

Big Ideas Simply Explained
By DK
Series: DK Big Ideas
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The History Book by DK offers a compelling journey through significant historical moments across different eras. It's structured to highlight pivotal events, transformative ideas, and influential figures in human history. The book presents complex events in a clear and engaging manner, making history accessible and intriguing for readers.
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Format: Hardback
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The History Book

Charts world history from the dawn of civilisation to the modern culture we live in today. From the origins of homo-sapiens to the release of Nelson Mandela, from the French Revolution to the Space Race, this book presents an exploration of the human timeline up to and including modern Islam, the world wide web, and the global financial crisis.

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Big ideas, simply explained

Welcome to the complete history of the world. From the dawn of civilisation to the 21st century, the course of time is captured in all its glory inside this stunning graphic guide.

Part of DK's award-winning Big Ideas series that have sold in excess of seven million copies, The History Book explains and explores the biggest ideas, themes, moments, events, and periods in Earth's history.

Get set to see history as never before. You'll step back in time to see the origins of Homo Sapiens, the Space Race, the French Revolution, the arrival of the Internet, and anything and everything in between. You'll see history brought to life as you experience the Renaissance, the American Revolution, World War II, and much, much more. You'll meet the planet's most influential leaders, thinkers, and warriors, from Julius Caesar to Barack Obama, with the aid of insightful biographies and memorable quotations.

A winning combination of innovative infographics and inspiring images tell the story of time in an easy and accessible format to ensure the complexities of history are made simple and straightforward.

Whether you're a history buff or school student, this essential and enlightening reference charts 4,000 years of humankind for you to enjoy in the here and now.

Series: DK Big Ideas

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241225929

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 July 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 204.0mm

Height: 242.0mm

Weight: 1162g

Pages: 352

Collections

DK Global History History & Military Non-Fiction Penguin Books Series: DK Big Ideas

About the Author

We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in. From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books.

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