Story of the World, Vol. 2

History for the Classical Child: The Middle Ages
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Story of the World, Vol. 2 by Susan Wise Bauer, part of the Children's Books category, takes young readers on an engaging journey through the Middle Ages. It presents a richly detailed exploration of global history from the fall of the Roman Empire to the rise of the Renaissance, using captivating narratives to bring to life the fascinating events and cultures that shaped this era.
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You might like this book if you are fascinated by history and enjoy discovering engaging narratives tailored for children. This well-crafted exploration covers key events and themes from medieval history, offering a captivating way for young readers to learn about the past in an accessible and enjoyable manner.

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Story of the World, Vol. 2

This second book in the four-volume narrative history series for elementary students will transform your study of history. The Story of the World has won awards from numerous homeschooling magazines and readers' polls—over 150,000 copies of the series in print!

From the Fall of Rome to the Rise of the Renaissance

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Now more than ever, other cultures are affecting our everyday lives—and our children need to learn about the other countries of the world and their history. Susan Wise Bauer has provided a captivating guide to the history of other lands. Written in an engaging, straightforward manner, this revised edition of The Story of the World: History for the Classical Child, Volume 2: The Middle Ages weaves world history into a story book format. Who discovered chocolate? What happened to the giant Fovor of the Mighty Blows? Why did the Ottoman Turks drag their war ships across dry land?

The Story of the World covers the sweep of human history from ancient times until the present. Africa, China, Europe, the Americas—find out what happened all around the world in long-ago times. Designed as a read-aloud project for parents and children to share together, The Story of the World includes each continent and major people group. Volume 2: The Middle Ages, is the second of a four-volume series and covers the major historical events in the years 400 to 1600 CE, as well as including maps, illustrations, and tales from each culture.

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Story of the World, Vol. 2 receives praise for its engaging narrative style that captivates both children and adults, making it an excellent choice for family read-aloud sessions. Reviewers commend its effective blend of dialogue and historical detail, highlighting its suitability for multi-age audiences and its value as an educational resource, particularly in homeschooling environments.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781933339108

Publisher: Peace Hill Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 19 August 2008

Country: United States

Imprint: The Well-Trained Mind Press

Edition: Second Edition, Revised

Illustration: Illustrated throughout with black-and-white drawin

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 137.0mm

Height: 218.0mm

Weight: 559g

Pages: 424

About the Author

Susan Wise Bauer is the best-selling author of the Story of the World series and The Well-Trained Mind, among other works. She lives in Virginia.

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