EAN: 9780241605400

HISTORY YEAR BY YEAR - DK GEBUNDEN

Discover the world's most significant events through a detailed  dynamic  book-long timeline of
over 7 million years. When did Hannibal cross the Alps? What caused the War of Jenkins' Ear?
Who was Rosa Parks? How did the Arab Spring unfold? Discover history's most decisive moments as
and when they happened. Taking a chronological approach  History Year by Year invites you to
explore momentous discoveries  ingenious inventions  and important events from around the world
in the context of their time. Along the way  you'll meet charismatic leaders  brutal dictators
influential thinkers  and innovative scientists from around the globe. Follow in the steps of
your human ancestors as they colonised the planet  developed tools  harnessed fire  and painted
cave walls. Learn how their descendants established great civilisations  founded huge empires 
domesticated animals  built pyramids  produced great art  authored epic poems  and even
travelled into space. There are wars  rebellions  voyages of adventure and discovery 
extraordinary technological developments  and incredible sporting feats. In this history book 
you will find: -Maps  photography  facts and statistics about the timeline of the world for
over 7 million years. -Chapters with information about the origin of humans  early civilisation
trade and invention  technology and more. -Detailed descriptions and information on significant
moments in history that shaped life. Accessible to everyone  History Year by Year's combination
of bite-sized information  eye-catching images  crystal-clear maps  and memorable stats will
delight history lovers and make an ideal gift for trivia fans wanting facts at their
fingertips. If you've ever wondered exactly what happened when - and where it all took place -
then this is the book for you.

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