From the dawn of civilization to the lightning-paced culture of today; take a fascinating journey through the most significant events in history and the big ideas behind each one. Bring history to life as you explore the Law Code of Hammurabi; the Renaissance; the American Revolution; World War II; and much more.As part of DK's award-winning Big Ideas Simply Explained series; The History Book uses infographics and images to explain key ideas and themes. Biographies of key leaders; thinkers; and warriors; from Julius Caesar to Barack Obama; offer insight into their lives and further historical insight into these world-changing episodes. Perfect for an avid student or armchair historian; the clear explanations of ideologies behind events that have shaped our world into what it is today.The History Book makes the past 4;000 years of history accessible and provides enlightenment on the forces that shaped the world as we know it today; for students and history buffs alike.
#221373 in Books Bedford/St. Martin's 2013-09-20Ingredients: Example IngredientsOriginal language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.90 x .94 x 6.44l; .0 #File Name: 1457648512688 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy cdlong71rental0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. a good lifeline.By thatbeckyToo unorganized. Same subject would be covered; two or three times throughout the book; over a hundred pages later in between! The index may have you dizzy; however; a good lifeline.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Arrived as promiseBy M. GroveArrived as promised
