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OverviewThe most remarkable true stories of all time and around the world brought vividly to life – from the Big Bang right up to the present day. Embark on a journey across millennia and around the world, from the latest understanding of the origins of the universe, the birth of the Earth, the very first life, the age of dinosaurs, the rise of humans, ancient civilizations, colonialism, wars, technology, everyday life, global struggles for freedom and equality, pandemics – and much more. Eye-catching and informative illustrations and photographs throughout join with author Christopher Lloyd’s engaging narrative to bring to life the most remarkable true stories of all time. The 2nd edition is revised for fuller global coverage and updated with the latest research, as well as with events that have occurred since the first edition. The design has received a fresh treatment and many new photographs have been included. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Christopher Lloyd , Andy ForshawPublisher: What on Earth Publishing Ltd Imprint: What on Earth Publishing Ltd Edition: Revised edition ISBN: 9781804660751ISBN 10: 1804660752 Pages: 416 Publication Date: 05 October 2023 Recommended Age: From 10 to 14 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsForeword Chapter 1 Nothing to Something 13.8 billion–450 million years ago The beginning of the universe, life and everything Chapter 2 Land Ahoy 480 million–252 million years ago Creatures wriggle out of the seas and forests cover the land Chapter 3 Dinosaurs to Apes 252 million–6 million years ago Terrible lizards and what comes after Chapter 4 Hands Free 5 million–12,000 years ago Walking apes to migrating humans Chapter 5 Seeds of Change 38,000 BCE to 2000 BCE Farming, writing and trade Chapter 6 Cities and Civilizations Everywhere 3300 BCE to 1200 BCE Complex societies emerge around the world Chapter 7 The Rise of Religions 30,000 years ago to 100 CE Spiritual life blooms Chapter 8 New Ideas Abound 1400 BCE to 200 BCE Democracy, Science, and Philosophy Chapter 9 Christianity and Islam Make their Mark 30–1000 CE Cultures collide and fuse, building the world we know today Chapter 10 Ingenuity 800–1280 CE Inventions, Climate and the Struggle for Power Chapter 11 The Global Middle Ages 1220–1521 Rich cultures around the world Chapter 12 Colonialism takes off 1415–1621 One person’s miracle is another’s disaster Chapter 13 Revolutions All Around 1543–1905 Science, Freedom and Robots Chapter 14 World at War 1845–1945 When everyone was fighting everyone else Chapter 15 Marching Towards the Millennium 1945–2000 The Cold War, Human Rights, and the Dawn of the Digital Age Chapter 16 To Be Continued… 2000–the present Plastics, viruses and finding our way to a bright futureReviews"""This version has been updated with the latest research, as well as with events that have occurred since the first edition and awesome new photographs."" -- It Girl ""They say that reality is stranger than fiction and this brilliant, fact-packed book is just bulging with coruscating curiosities!"" -- Lancashire Evening Post" """This version has been updated with the latest research, as well as with events that have occurred since the first edition and awesome new photographs."" -- It Girl" Author InformationChristopher Lloyd began his career as a journalist with the Sunday Times newspaper. Then, one day, he had a realisation: even with a 1st class degree in history from Cambridge University and experience as a science writer, there was so much about the world he didn’t know. So, he set out to write a book that showed how seemingly unrelated events fit together. After his adult world history book What on Earth Happened? sold 500,000 copies around the world, Chris set out to tell the story to children. Absolutely Everything is the result. Chris lives in Tonbridge, Kent, with his wife and two adorable terriers. Andy Forshaw graduated in graphic design and illustration from London’s Central Saint Martin’s College and has worked on numerous online and publishing projects. Since 2010, Andy has created more than 5,000 illustrations for children’s books. When not illustrating, Andy can be found exploring the countryside on his bike. He lives in London with his partner and daughter. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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