Explore the social and cultural history of 100 of the world's most important cities. From the
first towns in Mesopotamia to today's global metropolises cities have marked the progress of
civilisation. Written in the form of illustrated biographies Great Cities offers a rich
historical overview of each featured city brought to vivid life with paintings photographs
timelines maps and artefacts. This history book provides a fascinating insight into the
events movements and people throughout history who have shaped the cities where we live.
Inside the pages of this visual guide discover: - The story behind each city - how it was
established critical moments in its development and why it is considered historically
significant - The different types of cities from the centres of ancient and lost civilisations
and great river cities to planned cities and modern metropolises - Beautiful illustrations with
large-scale reproductions of paintings photographs maps and other artefacts - Stunning
images of city life and key moments in history are complemented by close-ups of revealing
details and feature panels that provide additional context From the ancient to the modern get
under the skin of what made cities like Persepolis Paris Vienna Prague Amsterdam Tokyo
and Dubai tick. This lavish book is about more than history - it explores the art architecture
commerce and politics of the great civilisations throughout history. Great Cities provides a
unique window into how cities have become markers of human progress. Explore which ancient
civilisation founded the precursor to Mexico City why Venice was the gateway to the East what
the Belle Epoque was and who the first city to build sewers was. It's the perfect gift for
armchair explorers interested in history geography and the arts.
