The Timetables of History by Bernard Grun
The world-famous reference that tells who did what when from 4500 BC to the present day--now updated for the 21st century."A unique, encyclopedic book--rewarding, informative, entertaining." --The Wall Street Journal
A vast and absorbing resource, the fourth edition of The Timetables of (tm)History spans millennia of human history. Unlike any other reference volume, this book gives a sweeping overview of the making of the contemporary world by mapping out at a glance what was happening simultaneously, from the dawn of history to the present day.
With nearly 100 pages of new material, including:
-Recent breakthroughs in science and technology
-New achievements in the visual arts and music
-Milestones in religion, philosophy, and learning
-The rise and fall of nations and the emergence of historical figures
-Landmarks in the drama of daily life around the world
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| ISBN 13 | 9780743270038 |
| ISBN 10 | 0743270037 |
| Title | The Timetables of History |
| Author | Bernard Grun |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Simon & Schuster |
| Year published | 2005-09-13 |
| Number of pages | 848 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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