Philip's world history - Clint Twist

Philip's World History - People, Dates & Events is a fascinating and detailed chronology of events throughout the world from the beginnings of human society to the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001, and the subsequent war in Afghanistan. The Chronology section divides into four geographical areas (Africa, The Americas, Asia and Australasia, and Europe) plus two subject categories (Science and Technology, and Religion and the Arts), dating and detailing all significant historical events and human achievements from 15,000 BC to AD 2002. Major events and people are illustrated with colour maps, drawings and photos.In addition to the main chronological section, Philip's World History includes an alphabetically-organised section of biographies that provides clear and succinct information on more than 1000 people in history (from Gilgamesh to George W. Bush), including influential artists, writers and scientists. A detailed index enables the reader to quickly locate a specific event or person.Main map scale: