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The Usborne Encyclopedia of World History

Name: The Usborne Encyclopedia of World History
ISBN: 9781409562511

By Jane Bingham, Fiona Chandler and others

Adjectives

informative illustrated accessible wide-ranging

Genres

Non-fiction History

What is The Usborne Encyclopedia of World History about?

Travel through 12,000 years of human history, from prehistoric creatures and the first people to ancient civilisations, medieval kingdoms and the world of the twentieth century. Discover how people lived, worked and fought, and explore the rulers, inventions and events that shaped our world. Maps, photographs, illustrations, charts and a detailed time line bring the past to life, while a glossary and index make it easy to find fascinating facts about history’s most important moments and cultures.

About the author

Jane Bingham is a British author who loves writing books for children and young readers. She has written many fun and interesting non-fiction books, including titles about history, art, and famous people. Jane enjoys making learning exciting and easy to understand, helping children discover new things about the world around them.

Pages

415 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Edition published

2013

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