Oxford Children's History of the World - Softcover

Grant, Neil

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0199115745 ISBN 13: 9780199115747

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2006

Synopsis

The whole of human history is here, from the earliest settlement of the world to the beginning of the new millennium, in one sumptuously illustrated and easy to use volume. The essential events of world history are easy to find, because each subject is given its own double page spread.
Substantial coverage of each subject is given in the lively narrative text, from a top author of history books for children, backed by a team of expert consultants.
This is a new edition with a new cover design and updated text.

About this title

About the Author:

Neil Grant was an experienced children's history writer. His previous titles include The Great Atlas of Discovery (DK), The Children's Concise History Encyclopedia (World) and Journey Through History (Hamlyn). He died in 2005.

From School Library Journal:

Gr 4-8-Clearly and succinctly written, this one-volume encyclopedia captures the essence of historical time periods in an easy-to-follow format. Introductory pages include specific directions on how to use the book complete with a diagram and a wonderful beginning definition of "What is history?" Organized chronologically from the ancient world through the 20th century, each carefully planned double-page spread begins with a brief paragraph summarizing the subject. Topics touched upon include art and architecture, religion and rulers, and science. Copious drawings, maps, and sidebars further explain information and help readers visualize the era. Many of the photos are of artifacts and historical items. Others are realistic drawings depicting life and events of the time. At the conclusion of each historical division, an illustrated time line covering the Americas, Europe, Asia and Oceania, and Africa and the Middle East assists in summarizing the information presented. "Who's Who" pages help place names in history. Children will enjoy browsing through this colorful title and will use it mainly for ready reference.

Susan Shaver, Hemingford Public Schools, NE

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About this edition

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0199115745
• ISBN 13: 9780199115747
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 192