This large format atlas gives a comprehensive summary of world history using attractive DK map cartography to illustrate the information. The 50 sections of Part One give a global overview with chapters such as "Writing, counting and calendars," "Explorers of the Oceans," The Age of the Crusade," "Age of the Moguls," and many more.
Part Two breaks the information down regionally by focusing on each continent individually. Photos of artifacts and historical landmarks add to the attractive quality of this atlas. The combination of maps and informative text make this a book that one could spend many hours devouring.
352 pages.