The first and only atlas to present global history in a series of uniform world-to-view maps, this groundbreaking volume allows complete and instant comparison between different periods and regions."--Book cover
"Historical Atlas of the Medieval World" gives an overview of world history for 600 AD - 1492 AD.The atlas divides the world into five areas: Americas; Europe; Middle East; Africa; and East & South Asia. The first series of maps and time lines gives an overview of the major events in all of these five areas at once as well as other pertinent details. Then the atlas focuses on each of the five major areas, in turn, and covers their major events in more detail. At the back, there is a A-Z guide to the people, places, and events that were mentioned in the text.
The world history from geographical view starting from 4,000,000MYA until 2005
Explore various religions and rituals from different cultures throughout history, enhanced by 13 engaging hands-on projects that allow for immersive learning. The book features 300 vibrant color illustrations and photographs, making the exploration of these diverse traditions both informative and visually captivating.
In a series of 54 full-colour maps covering 3,000 years and spanning the whole of Europe, this book comprehensively charts the dramatic history of the Celts from their origins in the Bronze Age to their present-day diaspora. It deals with the Continental Celts, the Atlantic Celts and the modern Celts and their state of culture.
An exhilarating introduction to the vivid, violent, boisterous world of the Norse myths, and their cultural legacy, in an attractive and handy format.
The Historical Atlas of the Classical World offers a fascinating guide to the history of humanity from the period when Greek civilization was at its height to the time that Islam emerged as one of the world's major faiths. Combining superbly detailed maps with a wealth of supporting narrative and an invaluable A-Z historical encyclopedia, it provides not only unique perspectives on the broad sweep of world history but also detailed coverage of regional developments, presenting hard facts and expert interpretation in a form that is both readily accessible and visually exciting.
In 1998 John Wood worked for Microsoft in Australia. He was a busy, successful man. Then he went on vacation to Nepal and visited a school in a Himalayan village, this changed his life. He helped the school and decided to change the World! He started the charity Room to Read
Journey through 30,000 years of human history and explore the wonders of the ancient world. Expert text and special fact boxes provide fascinating historical context, with over 3000 amazing photographs, illustrations and maps.
