History: From the Dawn of Civilization to the Present Day

by Adam Hart-Davis

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The definitive, 4.4 million year-old story of human history

From the origins of mankind to the 21st century, spanning the globe and based on the latest research, the complete story of the people, events, themes, ideas and forces that have shaped human existence.

Find out about our history's turning points: eye witness accounts and biographies give a personal angle to major events. Explore humankind's legacy from architecture and artefacts to the big ideas that have changed our world. Examine the effect we've had on nature and vice versa. And discover how the past has been unlocked: from interpreting ancient documents to analysing ice cores.

A compelling look at human existence: perfect for the family bookshelf.

  • ISBN10 0756676096
  • ISBN13 9780756676094
  • Publish Date 19 March 2012 (first published 4 October 2007)
  • Publish Status Out of Stock
  • Imprint DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
  • Format Paperback (US Trade)
  • Pages 612
  • Language English