Presents a chronological history of world events from over six million years ago to the present, in a work featuring timelines, photographs, illustrations, and summaries of each major historical period.

This book logically and systematically walks the reader through events in world history with the aim of concisely summarising the context. The aim is for the reader to come away fully equipped with a fundamental knowledge of world history from just this one source.The evolution of homo sapiens, birth of agriculture, dawn of civilisation, ancient empires, Middle East, ancient Greece, Persia, and Rome, Medieval Age, Rise of Christianity and Islam, Crusades, Age of Discovery, Atlantic Slave Trade, East India Company, French and American Revolutions, American Civil War, Industrial Revolution, First and Second World Wars, Indian Independence movement, Vietnam War, Modern Age and 21st century (including the coronavirus pandemic) are but a few topics covered by this timeline. There are also lots of facts and trivia covered such as all the US Presidents and tallest buildings in the world.Timelines are, of course, nothing new. We are all drawn to them in some way. There are many versions out there and they come in different shapes and sizes. You'll find them on walls in museums. People will reminisce about drawing them at school for a history lesson. You can now conveniently download historical timelines as apps on your phone (though one might question their usefulness or veracity). There are also plenty of timeline books (all brilliant in their own right). Existing books, though, tend to be either one or more of the following: large in size, encyclopaedic, saturated with information, or predominantly aimed at children. By contrast, what is offered in this book is to provide the reader with succinct, continuous narratives from which they can methodically unfold history from one event to the next whilst properly understanding the how and the why. You wouldn't just be taking in dates but understanding the context behind events. The book strikes a balance between being concise and comprehensive. In order to properly achieve this, some of the subject matter is not suitable for a younger audience so the book is aimed mainly for teens and adults.This book can appeal to people in various ways, the underlying purpose being to educate. It can be the gateway for anyone looking for that unadulterated understanding of world history. Students might find it useful as a supplement to their studies, whatever level they are at. Maybe it will inspire someone to research an area of interest in more detail (maybe it will encourage them to do their own timeline). Perhaps it can used for someone needing to brush up for their next work quiz.Please do sample before you buy. And enjoy!

The entire course of history is revisited in this unique and unforgettable visual guide. The most memorable moments and significant events of each year are charted in a definitive timeline that runs throughout the book. From the ancient origins of our earliest African ancestors right up to our modern world today, Timelines of History includes a diverse range of people, cultures, and countries. Ideas, inventions, and innovations come together to provide a truly global view of history. Dramatic photography, eye-catching maps, and supporting graphics bring history to life as never before. The instantly accessible, multi-layered timeline enables you to move effortlessly through the ages. This essential reference strikes a balance between being completely comprehensive, but also ideal for browsing, thanks to the organized structure, chronological order, and bitesize information. This celebratory compendium makes an outstanding addition to any family library, enabling you to dip into the past any time you like.

A "week one, day one" kind of teacher?s manual with daily geography drills and numerous weekly assignment choices that include: mapping activities, atlas usage, research, notebooking and culture. Daily drills at 3 different levels for versatility and multi-year usage. Students learn to recognize important characteristics and traits of each continent, read and create maps, identify key geographical terms and more. Finish up the year by reading Around the World in 80 Days, by Jules Verne. This course lays a solid foundation of world geography for students 2nd grade and up.

The definitive behind-the-scenes history of the dawn of video games and their rise into a multibillion-dollar business “For industry insiders and game players alike, this book is a must-have.”—Mark Turmell, designer for Midway Games and creator of NBA Jam, NFL Blitz, and WrestleMania With all the whiz, bang, pop, and shimmer of a glowing arcade, volume 1 of The Ultimate History of Video Games reveals everything you ever wanted to know and more about the unforgettable games that changed the world, the visionaries who made them, and the fanatics who played them. Starting in arcades then moving to televisions and handheld devices, the video game invasion has entranced kids and the young at heart for nearly fifty years. And gaming historian Steven L. Kent has been there to record the craze from the very beginning. The Ultimate History: Volume 1 tells the incredible tale of how this backroom novelty transformed into a cultural phenomenon. Through meticulous research and personal interviews with hundreds of industry luminaries, Kent chronicles firsthand accounts of how yesterday’s games like Space Invaders, Centipede, and Pac-Man helped create an arcade culture that defined a generation, and how today’s empires like Sony, Nintendo, and Electronic Arts have galvanized a multibillion-dollar industry and a new generation of games. Inside, you’ll discover • the video game that saved Nintendo from bankruptcy • the serendipitous story of Pac-Man’s design • the misstep that helped topple Atari’s $2-billion-a-year empire • the coin shortage caused by Space Invaders • the fascinating reasons behind the rise, fall, and rebirth of Sega • and much more! Entertaining, addictive, and as mesmerizing as the games it chronicles, this book is a must-have for anyone who’s ever touched a joystick.

Chart the course of history through the ages with this collection of oversize foldout charts and timelines. Timeline of World History is a unique work of visual reference from the founders of the Useful Charts website that puts the world's kingdoms, empires, and civilizations in context with one another. A giant wall chart shows the timelines and key events for each region of the world, and four additional foldout charts display the history of the Americas, Europe, Asia and the Pacific, and Africa and the Middle East. Packed with maps, diagrams, and images, this book captures the very essence of our shared history.

A Yale history professor travels back in time to 15th century France and gets stuck, unable to return to the present. His colleagues organize a rescue and on landing in France become involved in the Hundred Years War.