The ultimate small-format single-volume illustrated history of the world. The 5th edition of The Times Compact History of the World is a fully-updated, authoritative, detailed and visually-exciting guide to the world - past and present. From the emergence of the first modern humans to recent acts of terrorism, technological breakthroughs, and global issues of the environment and economy, The Times Compact History of the World covers the whole spectrum of human development through an integrated approach of concise yet accessible text, lavish and informative mapping, stunning illustrations, and evocative photographs.
- ISBN10 0007214111
- ISBN13 9780007214112
- Publish Date 3 October 2005
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 8 May 2008
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Times Books
- Edition 4th Revised edition
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 192
- Language English
- URL http://harpercollins.co.uk