Timelines of the Ancient World by Chris Scarre

Timelines of the Ancient World by Chris Scarre

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Charts the progress of civilization, highlighting changes in societies region by region, subject area by subject area. Words and pictures are organized on large format pages to show concurrent world events at a glance. The book is illustrated with over 2000 photographs, artworks and maps.

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Timelines of the Ancient World by Chris Scarre

Illustrated with more than 2,000 photographs, artworks and maps, and researched and written by a team of eminent scientists from around the world, this book offers a new perspective on ancient history. Words and pictures are organized on large format pages to show concurrent world events at a glance. The text charts the progress of civilization, highlighting changes in societies region by region, subject area by subject area - food and the environment, shelter and architecture, technology and innovation, and art and ritual. This book also provides insights into changes such as the dramatic global warming of 12,000-8,000 BC, and the way societies coped with their altered environment.
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ISBN 13 9780751300598
ISBN 10 0751300594
Title Timelines of the Ancient World
Author Chris Scarre
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Year published 1993-09-30
Number of pages 256
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.