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Visual journey through global history.
If you're curious about how our world has evolved over the centuries, 'The World. An Illustrated History' is a treasure trove. Imagine flipping through a visual time capsule filled with historical moments, engineered by the meticulous work of TIME's staff. It's a panorama of our past, perfect for visually oriented readers who love to learn history not just in text but through striking images.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780207154287
Authors:
R J Parker Geoffrey & Israel, Jonathon & Keegan, John & Sluglett, Peter & Smart, Ninian & Overy
Publisher: Angus & Robertson Publishers
Date of Publication: 1986-01-01
Format: Hardcover
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Pretty much the history of everything, from the origins of man and the agricultural revolution, through the Age of Iron and the Rise of Islam, to the Ottoman Empire, America, Industry and the Modern World, and of course, much more.
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Visual journey through global history.
If you're curious about how our world has evolved over the centuries, 'The World. An Illustrated History' is a treasure trove. Imagine flipping through a visual time capsule filled with historical moments, engineered by the meticulous work of TIME's staff. It's a panorama of our past, perfect for visually oriented readers who love to learn history not just in text but through striking images.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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