History of the World Map by Map (DK History Map by Map) - Hardcover

DK

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0241226147 ISBN 13: 9780241226148

Publisher: DK, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the history of the world in unprecedented detail with this ultimate guide to history throughout the ages.

Maps don't just show us where to go, but also where we've been. If you're interested in finding out more about the biggest events in world history, then this book all about history of the world is perfect for you!

This stunning history book for adults starts with the evolution and migration of our oldest ancestors out of Africa. You can then look up maps about the Greece and Persian War, the Mongol Conquests, Medieval Europe's trade routes, and the rise of the Ottomans. Explore maps about the colonisation of North America, the scientific revolution, Napoleon's advances, and Britain's control of India. Then uncover the history of later centuries, such as the Age of Imperialism, the American Civil War, industrialised Europe and the transformation of Japan.

Journey into the past like never before as you uncover:

- Easy-to-read text panels for a deeper understanding of history
- A total of 140 maps alongside stunning pictures and informative timelines
- Storytelling maps to bring history to life

Bursting with striking illustrations and full of fascinating detail, this history book is the ultimate gift for map lovers, history enthusiasts of all ages and those who enjoy visiting museums and other historical sites, whether as a present for dad, or handy reference guide for any other history lover in your life! History of the World Map by Map aims to help you gain a strong understanding of some of the forces and movements across continents that have shaped our world!

Go on a guided tour through time and explore:

- Prehistory 7 MYA-3000 BCE
- The Ancient World 3000 BCE - 500 CE
- Middle Ages 500-1450 CE
- The Early Modern World 1450-1700
- Revolution and Industry 1700-1850
- Progress and Empire 1850-1914
- The Modern World 1914-Present

At DK, we believe in the power of discovery.

So why stop there? The Map by Map series includes other titles such as Battles Map by Map and World War II Map by Map, each detailing historical events and placing them in the context of geography. DK's luxurious Map by Map books are fantastic history gifts, packed with fascinating facts, high-quality photography, and detailed profiles and descriptions of people and events.

About this title

About the Author

Peter Snow, MBE, is most familiar to British readers since the 1960s as the face of tv election analysis. A highly respected journalist, author, and broadcaster, he was ITN's Diplomatic and Defence Correspondent from 1966 to 1979, and presented Newsnight from 1980 to 1997. An indispensable part of election nights, he has also covered military matters on and off the world's battlefields for 40 years. In 2004, Peter and his son Dan presented the BAFTA-winning Battlefield Britain for BBC2 and worked on the follow-up series, Twentieth Century Battlefields. Together they wrote two books to accompany the series, and they more recently collaborated again on the book Treasures of British History - the Nation's History told through its 50 Most Important Documents (2015). Peter has won critical claim on his own as a history author, for books including To War with Wellington (2010) and When Britain Burned the White House (2013).

From the Back Cover

An illustrated guide to global history focusing on the geographical pattern established by historical events.

Edition details

• Publisher: DK
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0241226147
• ISBN 13: 9780241226148
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 360