DESCRIPTION:
A brand-new historical atlas with an approachable format and design, covering the whole
of world history from the first civilizations of Egypt and Sumer to the collapse of
Communism and the end of the Cold War. Combining a comprehensive text and clear and
informative maps, The Collins Atlas of World History treats the whole sweep of world
history in an accessible and beautifully-designed package. With 90 spreads and 200 maps,
the Atlas covers a vast range of subjects, from the age of the pyramids in Egypt to the
rise and fall of the Roman Empire; from the Crusades to the Black Death; from the
Reformation to the Napoleonic Wars; from the First World War to the challenges facing the
World in the 21st century.
These are just some of the subjects covered in this indispensable guide to world
history. For anyone with an interest in the history, society, politics, warfare and
culture of the world or simply a delight in a beautifully conceived visual treatment of
history, The Collins Atlas of World History is the essential companion.
190 pages, Paperback