ATLAS OF WORLD HISTORY

London: Geddes and Grossert Ltd. Very Good/Very Good. 1997. Hard Cover. 4to The best way to understand today's world fully is to understand the many influences that have, over thousands of years, shaped and moulded its peoples, countries and continents. The Atlas of World History shows graphically the major movements and events that have transformed the world - from the early environment and lifestyle of the first humans to the world of today with its ever-advancing technology and its ever-shortening lines of communication. The newly created maps, with detailed and exciting illustrations, help to bring the past alive. The Atlas of World History brings together in one accessible and affordable volume: Meticulous illustrations showing people and places at all stages of history. Clear and stimulating maps that plot the great changes made by human beings in all parts of the world. A timeline that relates the various events taking place simultaneously worldwide. An overview of history that complements the information in the maps and illustrations and gives a clear summary of the great movements. This volume will appeal to all members of the family - i not least as a homework companion. .