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History : From the Dawn of Civilization to the Present Day by Smithsonian Institution (2015, Hardcover)
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The product is a hardcover book titled "History: From the Dawn of Civilization to the Present Day" published by Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated in 2015. It is part of the DK Definitive Visual Encyclopedias Series and is authored by the Smithsonian Institution. The book illustrates various aspects of history, including social history and world history, with 620 pages filled with visual content. This comprehensive reference guide offers a detailed exploration of human history from its earliest beginnings to the contemporary era, making it a valuable resource for history enthusiasts and educators alike.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherDorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated
ISBN-101465437975
ISBN-139781465437976
eBay Product ID (ePID)211234470
Product Key Features
Book TitleHistory : from the Dawn of Civilization to the Present Day
Number of Pages620 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2015
TopicReference, Social History, World
IllustratorYes
GenreHistory
AuthorSmithsonian Institution
Book SeriesDk Definitive Visual Encyclopedias Ser.
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.6 in
Item Weight108.6 Oz
Item Length12.2 in
Item Width10.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2015-451995
Reviews"[T]he book excels in by telling well-chosen stories in simple, illustrated form, always offering enough depth of information to satisfy the curious." DigitalInsider.com, "[T]he book excels in by telling well-chosen stories in simple, illustrated form, always offering enough depth of information to satisfy the curious." - DigitalInsider.com
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal909
SynopsisThis comprehensive and compelling visual encyclopedia tells the story of our world in true depth and detail, from the origins of life on Earth right up until the 21st century. Human endeavor and achievement are charted and celebrated from every angle, alongside key events, groundbreaking ideas, political forces, and technological advances that have shaped our planet's progress. More than 600 pages chronicle global history in the most informative, illuminating, and inspiring way. Stunning images and illustrations bring the authoritative text to life, so each historical episode is explored and explained for easy reference and understanding. Important points in history, from the Battle of Hastings and the storming of the Bastille to D-day and 9/11, are given clear but concise coverage, together with profiles of influential figures, such as Rameses II, Julius Caesar, and Nelson Mandela. As each moment in history is defined and detailed, the causes and consequences are provided in supporting panels to provide a wider context and broaden our horizons. Contemporary issues, including climate change and the rise of social media, bring us out of the past and firmly into the present. Recently updated and expanded, History is the story of humankind in which we all have a part to play. This classic compendium is a worthy addition to any bookshelf or library for generations of readers to look back in wonder at the world., Explore the fascinating story of the human race and more than 6 million years of global history in this dynamic visual encyclopedia of world events. Using a compelling narrative format, DK's History untangles the common threads and forces that have shaped the past and informed the present to show that ours is a history including genes and viruses - not just battles and treaties. This updated and expanded third edition includes coverage of contemporary issues, such as climate change, economic developments, the rise of social media, and more. Richly illustrated and concisely explained, each historical episode is linked to others in "before" and "after" panels that reveal the causes and consequences of the events on the page. Boxes highlight the impact of innovative inventions - the printing press and the steam engine - as well as the defining ideological concepts of the day, including Communism, State Censorship, and Roosevelt's New Deal. Decisive moments - from the Battle of Hastings and the storming of the Bastille to D-day, the building of the Berlin Wall, and 9/11 - are investigated in depth, alongside profiles of major figures, such as Rameses II, Julius Caesar, William Wilberforce, Martin Luther King, and Nelson Mandela. An extensive "National Histories" section separately chronicles the key events of each and every sovereign state in the world, as well as many of their self-governing territories. Thought-provoking and inspiring, and with a fresh, contemporary perspective, History combines fascinating content with stunning images of painting, sculpture, and architecture to create a visual celebration of human achievement and endeavor that deserves a place on every family's bookshelf., Homo sapiens have remained the same species, largely unchanged in genetic makeup and anatomy since the Cro-Magnon era. By contrast, the cultural, social, and technological changes since then have been nothing less than extraordinary. Telling our story, from prehistory to the present day, DK's "History" is a thought-provoking journey, revealing the common threads and forces that have shaped human history. Includes: Inventions, discoveries, and ideas that have shaped world historyA look at human achievement through artifacts, painting, sculpture, and architectureAn examination of humankind in context as part of the natural worldEyewitness accounts and biographies of key figuresA comprehensive timeline chronicling the key events of the countries of the world
LC Classification NumberD21.H7545 2015
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- Jun 08, 2023
World History Coffee Table Book
If you’re a history buff, this comprehensive overview is a perfect gift. It is a coffee table book, so very heavy, but informative in an entertaining way.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 12, 2021
Beautiful World History Book Well Done
What a great learning book for all ages with beautiful illustrations. Absolutely Perfect in every way.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 08, 2017
Quality and value, double header.
Love love love the book. Exceptional quality and value!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 29, 2018
So nice book
Full of so valuable and interesting picture and writing.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Aug 24, 2021
Great
Very nice bookVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
