The History Book - Big Ideas Simply Explained

The History Book - Big Ideas Simply Explained

Discover the key themes and big ideas behind more than 80 of the world's most important historical events - from the dawn of civilization to the 21st century.

From the origins of Homo sapiens to the Space Race; and from the French Revolution to the Digital Revolution; this instalment in the bestselling Big Ideas series offers an essential exploration of the human timeline up to and including the rise of modern Islam; the world wide web; and the global financial crisis.

Making big historical ideas accessible and easy to understand; with stunning visuals and memorable quotes; The History Book is perfect for students; adults; or anyone who wants to travel back in time and understand the fascinating past of mankind.