History

History Synopsis

A stunning visual celebration of the world's key historical events, key moments, defining eras and outstanding people who have helped shape history like never before!

If you could travel back in time, where would you go first? This awe-inspiring history book may be able to help you answer that question!

Introducing History: A Children's Encyclopedia - a visual and informative celebration of the most exciting and influential moments in history and a lookback at some of the most pivotal moments and people who have defined history over the years.

So prepare to dive deep into the pages of past, which promises:

-Stunning gallery spreads with over 1,500 photographs, artefacts and maps
-Reference spreads explore main topics
-Key moments examined in-depth
-A clean new design style

Illustrated with over 1,500 striking photographs, awe-inspiring artefacts, and maps, History: A Children's Encyclopedia is a wonderful way to understanding the diversity of world history, with five core chapters exploring a plethora of fascinating topics in chronological order, from Ancient Egypt to the rise of the Romans before 500BC, to the French Revolution and American Independence between 1750-1900, up until modern-day historical events such as Apartheid in South Africa, The Cuban Revolution, Space Exploration and the rise of the internet

With each page jam-packed with fantastic facts and extraordinary pictures, History: A Children's Encyclopedia brings together the best bits of history and defining eras to recreate the entire history of the world. A must-have volume for history enthusiasts who want to see the past come to life, and doubling up as an ideal read for Kids 9+, parents and educators alike looking for an inspiring window into history, this all-encompassing history fact book truly does have something for everyone to love.

DK is ready to take you on an inspiring journey into the past and beyond. Are you coming with us?

Fancy quenching your thirst for knowledge even further? Don't worry, DK has got you covered!

A Children's Encyclopedia is back with a complete collection of 13 books to explore and love. Step back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth, with Dinosaurs - A Children's Encyclopedia, know your tibia from your fibula with Human Body - A Children's Encyclopedia, and explore the depths of the deep blue sea with Oceans - A Children's Encyclopedia. Wherever your passion lies, this curated collection of riveting reference books are sure to delight.

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