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Jean-Pierre Isbouts
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Binding
Hardback
Number of Pages
656
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
This richly illustrated non-fiction history reference invites readers to journey from the dawn of humankind to the modern era, exploring how civilizations rose, traded, fought, and innovated. Perfect for curious readers of all ages, including children and families, this is a strong choice for a children’s educational book that supports independent learning and shared study. The tone is informative, awe-inspiring, and approachable.
Presented as a sweeping visual journey, the book blends color maps, archival imagery, and carefully captioned photographs to reveal each era’s story. Timelines anchor key dates, sidebars offer concise anecdotes, and quotations illuminate perspectives from the past. From ancient empires to the space age, the pages invite exploration and comparison across cultures and eras.
Readers move through a clear, chronological structure with abundant visuals that support map literacy, historical thinking, and context-building. The design invites quick browsing as well as in-depth study, making it suitable for personal exploration, classroom reference, or family reading sessions. The accessible language and vivid imagery transform dense history into an engaging, memorable journey.
Concepts and skills covered include geography and map literacy, timeline comprehension, the study of artifacts and art as historical sources, and an understanding of how civilizations influence one another through technology, trade, and ideas. Learning feels accessible and enjoyable thanks to crisp captions, thoughtful layout, and a narrative that ties past to present.
After finishing, readers gain a cohesive understanding of how civilizations rise, interact, and shape our modern world. They leave with renewed curiosity, confidence to explore further history, and a lasting sense of wonder at human creativity and resilience.
Product Details
Author
Jean-Pierre Isbouts
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
656
Language
English
SKU
9781426221897
ISBN
9781426221897
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
23.9x3.9x28.6cm
Binding
Hardback
MRP: ₹ 4,699
₹ 4,465
₹ 234 Off