The Times Complete History of the World: A Premium Hardback Atlas Featuring Over 600 Full-Colour Maps
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The ultimate work of historical reference ‘The Times Complete History of the World’ is the most comprehensive, authoritative and accessible work on world history available today. It has sold over 2.25 million copies and has been translated into 18 languages since its first publication in 1978. With a narrative scope covering the origins of humankind right through to the turmoil of the 21st century, this book is an unrivalled and breathtaking accomplishment. With over 600 full-colour maps and charts on a wide range of historical subjects and representing the work of a team of world-class historians, this new edition continues a tradition of more than thirty years of excellence, style, authority and cutting-edge design. With fully up-to-date text, including new material on the Middle East, China and Russia, this book, edited by leading modern historian Professor Richard Overy, is more compelling than ever. Updates for the ninth edition include: • New spreads: China since 1976 The collapse of the Soviet Union and the creation of modern Russia The Arab World in transition • Substantially updated spread on Europe since 1991 • The most up-to-date research on human origins • Updated spreads on South and Southeast Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Central and North America. • Updated spread on the World in 21st Century • Updated introduction Review: great book - essential reference book Review: Times Complete History of the World - Interesting articles. Well presented with many pictures and maps.
| Best Sellers Rank | 187,052 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 157 in World Atlases & Maps 239 in History References 300 in Teaching Aids for Geography |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 174 Reviews |
D**R
great book
essential reference book
J**S
Times Complete History of the World
Interesting articles. Well presented with many pictures and maps.
R**S
Complete History of the Development of all Civilisations
This is NOT a World Atlas. It uses maps to describe and illustrate the area discussed in each page of the historical narrative. This is not for you if you are looking for a comprehensive Atlas of the modern world
A**R
Four Stars
Good, detailed and interesting maps
M**S
Very prompt delivery. Wonderful book
Brilliant book, perfect condition, wonderful price. What's not to like?
G**E
History For Everyo
Regardless of what era your interested in this is an essential. The ninth edition of the series it’s attention to detail is second to none. The book fluidity makes it so accessible with the novice like myself. A must for anyone interested In the recorded history data of the Human origins and cultures from 5 million years ago to today’s homo sapiens. Effortlessly sweeps from one era to the next and it’s refreshing to read about the ‘true’ history of the world and not Eurocentric writtings.
S**E
Thanks to Times for publishing such a good historical atlas
Thanks to Times for publishing such a good historical atlas, thanks to The Book People Limited for its high cost performance.
V**G
Style over Substance
I have to original from 1978 so was able to compare the two versions and my first impression was lots of pretty maps. This version has more on the rise of the modern industrial world so it is better in that respect but that is about it. With the old version you have a map and a brief history of say the Ottoman Empire with this version you have a larger map and a seemingly smaller brief history. Some diffences seem quirky for example the ammount of space devoted to Indian civilisations of the Americas in comparison to say the ancient middle east or China which surely have made a bigger impact on the world. Perhaps because the editors of the new version were worried about the attention span of modern readers they seem to have emphasised style over content.
T**N
Nice looking, nice pictures and super detailed.
Very detailed and definitely not a quick read but l didn't buy it because l thought it would be. I'm almost finished it and wow was it interesting. My nephews don't like school and don't very much like history in general but when l talk about all the stuff l learned in this book they seem to really enjoy it. A bonus is that is really looks nice. It came in a nice decorative quality simple black case sits on my fireplace mantle. Great book packed with so much detail.
T**N
Concise and Complete
Concise but complete. The way they have represented the information using graphs and tables is impressive.
A**E
Ottimo libro di riferimento
Ottimo e bellissimo libro per mettere nel contesto globale i vari avvenimenti storici
L**K
content
bought for very smart 10 year old nephew. I have an old Times Atlas which I use often when reading history and this one is up-t-date and has a lot more info in it. My nephew was first impressed by how big and heavy it was. He reads all the time and is delighted with this book. Recommended to a friend to buy for her husband who is taking history courses during his retirement from medical career. Good for all ages. A very good price for what you get!
E**U
Know your history
Perfect for a Geographer who likes history, or na Historian who likes maps and cartography. A perfect mix to understand the world.
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