The Kingfisher Atlas of the Modern World: A Pictorial Guide to the People and Events of Modern Times, 1800-present (Historical Atlas)

The Kingfisher Atlas of the Modern World: A Pictorial Guide to the People and Events of Modern Times, 1800-present (Historical Atlas)

by SimonAdams (Author)

Synopsis

These exciting, illustrated atlases present a dramatic insight into what the world was like during key historical periods. Packed with information about civilizations, empires, religions, kingdoms and famous figures, these books are the perfect pictorial guides to the past. This edition depicts the world between 1800 and the present day, examining the themes of colonization, industry, technology, war and diplomatic relations. Each map focuses on a major region, exploring the conflicts, changes and social movements that took place during a specific period. The subjects are arranged chronologically, and all regions of the globe are covered.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 48
Publisher: Kingfisher Books Ltd
Published: 08 Oct 2007

ISBN 10: 0753413752
ISBN 13: 9780753413753
Children’s book age: 7-9 Years

Author Bio
Simon Adams was born in Bristol and studied at London and Bristol universities. He worked as an editor of children's reference and other non-fiction books before becoming a full-time writer. Since then, he has written and contributed to more than 50 books on subjects as varied as American history, the sinking of the Titanic, the two world wars and the history of jazz. Jeremy Black, Professor of History at the University of Exeter