[PDF] 100 Events That Shaped World History eBook

Author : Bill Yenne
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 36,83 MB
Release : 1993-07-28
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1728279313

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Discover the fascinating stories behind the most important events of all time in this history book for kids 8 and up! From the founding of Rome to people walking on the moon, 100 Events That Shaped World History introduces kids to the greatest discoveries, most important battles, and most pivotal movements that changed the course of human history. This history book for kids features: 100 easy-to-read stories of important moments in history: Find out how the modern world came to be! Illustrated images: Each page includes an illustration to help bring history to life! A timeline, trivia questions, project ideas, and more: Boost your learning and test your knowledge with fun activities and resources! Engaging and packed with facts, this book is the perfect classroom resource or history gift for curious kids!

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 12,48 MB
Release : 2016-02-09
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1465452885

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Applying quirky illustrations and fun, informative text, 100 Events That Made History takes a look at the key events from the past that have helped shape our present. from bloodthirsty battles and rebellious revolutions to curious coincidences and unfortunate accidents. Full of history and history-makers, 100 Events That Made History contains all the historical accounts you'd expect to find, and plenty that you wouldn't! Divided into five chapters: Momentous Moments, Battling It Out, Weird or What?, Nasty Nature, and The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, major moments that have changed the course of history are showcased together with minor incidents to give full context to each event. From the Gold Rush to the moon landing, and the Great Fire of London to the sinking of the Titanic, 100 Events That Made History is perfect for book reports, school projects, or anytime reading to satisfy and educate curious minds.

Author : Bill Yenne
Publisher : Turtleback
Page : pages
File Size : 23,48 MB
Release : 1993-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780606205207

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This book is a perfect [reference] for trivia fans and for anyone interested in [history].

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Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 424 pages
File Size : 41,81 MB
Release : 2008
Category : History
ISBN : 9781426203145

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"In a sweep of history, this book brings you what National Geographic has introduced into households for more than a century: the world and all that is in it. Concise narratives, each focused on one event and numbered chronologically from 1 to 1,000, walk you through the story of civilization, from the first evidence of life 3.8 billion years ago to the discovery of the first known planet beyond the solar system that could harbor life as we know it. Accompanied by hundreds of illustrations, events famous, infamous and little known offer insight into how and why the world has grown and changed as it has."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : John Hudson Tiner
Publisher : Sourcebooks Explore
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 27,39 MB
Release : 2023-04-14
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781728290058

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Learn all about the fascinating lives and tremendous impact of 100 extraordinary scientists from all over the world with this fact-filled biography collection for kids Educational and engaging, 100 Scientists Who Shaped World History features: Simple, easy-to-read text that has been freshly updated Illustrated portraits of each figure Fascinating facts about famous and lesser-known scientists A timeline, trivia questions, project ideas and more! From Pythagorus to Isaac Newton, Louis Pasteur to Marie Curie, Rosalind Franklin to Stephen Hawking and many more, readers will be introduced to the lives and accomplishments of the greatest scientists throughout history. Organized chronologically, 100 Scientists Who Shaped World History offers a look at the amazing discoveries and advancements made by these figures and shows how scientific contributions have helped guide humanity for thousands of years.

Author : Editors of Life
Publisher : Life
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 33,1 MB
Release : 2005-09-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781932994100

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A compilation of photographs that capture the most important events of the past century in a study of the key milestones and personalities of the modern world, ranging from two World Wars to the horrific events of September 11th.

Author : Richard Platt
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 12,80 MB
Release : 1998-06-30
Category : World history
ISBN : 9780789420305

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From crusades to world wars, from ancient monuments to bloody revolutions, here is a fascinating tour of the historical events that have helped shape the world today. How did the ancient Egyptians build the Great Pyramid? How did Alexander the Great conquer so much of the world? How did the Vikings accidentally discover North America? Who led the "reign of terror" in the French revolution? Who stormed the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg? Who was Lawrence of Arabia? When was communism born? When did Montezuma rule? When was the Normandy invasion? With perspective, scope, and clarity to great events in history, this book answers these questions and many, many more. Great Events that Changed the World shows children the history of our amazing world in easy-to-follow panoramic tableaux and maps. Filled with superbly detailed artwork and exciting text, this is a valuable and enjoyable source book for the entire family.

Author : Time-Life Books
Publisher : Time Life Medical
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 42,57 MB
Release : 1999-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9780737002003

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Sputnik. The first man on the moon. The Wright brothers and the Enola Gay. Television and e-mail. Dachau and Buchenwald. The Berlin Wall went up, and then it came crashing down. So did the stock market -- twice. It's been a century of elation and devastation -- of human greatness and of great tragedy. Here, from the archives of Time Life, is a poignant look at a century's worth of achievement, pathos, triumph, trends, and personalities. Here are the milestones and miracles, the inventions, explosions, heroes, and hurrahs that defined us in the 20th century. With hundreds of evocative images and countless moving stories, this chronicle recalls the faces, the moments, and the emotions of the century, as it draws to a close.

Author : Scott Christianson
Publisher : Batsford Books
Page : 568 pages
File Size : 23,68 MB
Release : 2018-10-26
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 1849945160

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A thought-provoking chronological journey through the world's most influential books. Many books have become classics, must-reads or overnight publishing sensations, but how many can genuinely claim to have changed the way we see and think? In 100 Books that Changed the World, authors Scott Christianson and Colin Salter bring together an exceptional collection of truly groundbreaking books – from scriptures that founded religions, to scientific treatises that challenged beliefs, to novels that kick-started literary genres. This elegantly designed book, first published in 2018 but updated with an exciting new cover, offers a chronological timeline of three millennia of human thought distilled in print, from the earliest illuminated manuscripts to the age of ebooks and audiobooks. Entries include: • The Iliad and The Odyssey, Homer (750 BC) • Shakespeare's First Folio (1623) • A Vindication of the Rights of Woman, Mary Wollstonecraft (1792) • Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass (1845) • The Diary of a Young Girl, Anne Frank (1947) • Things Fall Apart, Chinua Achebe (1958) • A Brief History of Time, Stephen Hawking (1988) For literary lovers and rebellious readers, this book offers a fascinating overview of world history through the books that influenced and changed it.

Author : Elias Azade
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 27,68 MB
Release : 2024-08-20
Category : History
ISBN :

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The decade from 2010 to 2020 was a period of unprecedented change and transformation on a global scale. Over these ten years, we observed a remarkable array of events that reshaped societies, redefined cultural norms, and altered the trajectory of history. From groundbreaking technological advancements to significant developments in conflict, music, art, sports, and television, as well as profound political upheavals, the 2010s were marked by moments that left a lasting and indelible impact on the world. This book chronicles 100 of the most significant events that defined this pivotal decade. However, it's important to note that this collection is not exhaustive. The events included here were carefully chosen for their profound and lasting effects on our world. In a decade filled with countless important occurrences, selecting just 100 events was a challenging task. Each event was meticulously curated to reflect moments of high impact that collectively tell the story of our times.