From the Stone Age up to the Second World War and covering all corners of the earth as well as all areas of human endeavour, Think You Know it All: History will challenge your knowledge of what happened, who did it, where and when.
Asia is the home of magnificent ancient civilisations. From the ziggurats of Mesopotamia to the Indus Valley's carefully planned towns, from Hammurabi's first law code, to China's Han Dynasty, this fully illustrated book uncovers the oldest stories of the world's largest continent. The History of Ancient Asia encompasses Mesopotamia, Arabia and Turkey, across the continent to China and Japan, south to India and parts of Indonesia, and north to the steppes of Central Asia and the Arctic coast. It includes all the major events, personalities, artistic and social developments from early populations through the rise of complex societies and the birth of major religions.
From the Bronze Age to the end of the Second World War, this quiz book covers 5,000 years of world history and provides the ultimate challenge for any history buff.
Published in association with English Heritage, The Little Book of Stonehenge is a fact-filled gift book and perfect tribute to this iconic historical landmark.
Spectacular 11-foot long concertina fold-out traces an unbroken line of ethnic and religious tradition over more than 5,000 years. More than 240 colour illustrations and maps plus charts and tables. Thousands of essential facts from Abraham and Moses to Ben Gurion and modern Israel. Movements and Schools of Thought. Sacred Texts, Practices, Beliefs and principal Scholars of Judaism. The Jewish Calendar and Festivals explained. The timeline and essential facts. The State of Israel its foundation and struggle to exist.
All the tea in China couldn’t compare to the wealth of knowledge you’ll find in Timechart History of China. This superpower-in-waiting is more than just a country; it’s a civilization that could become the world’s dominant nation of the 21st century.– A giant, colorfully illustrated foldout timechart offers the most unique way of looking at history, without any pesky page interruptions.– Look inside The Forbidden City and other stunning architecture throughout China.– See why Chinese cuisine has become a main staple in the lives of people throughout the world.– A quick reference table shows China’s Dynastic history and highlights its historical events.– The Great Wall of China has drawn people from around the globe—and beyond!– Harm or the two are very closely linked together, and only a fine line separates them.