Charts world history from the dawn of civilisation to the modern culture we live in today. From the origins of homo-sapiens to the release of Nelson Mandela, from the French Revolution to the Space Race, this book presents an exploration of the human timeline up to and including modern Islam, the world wide web, and the global financial crisis.

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The remarkable excavation of a previously unidentified city in Israel from the time of King David, shedding new light on the link between the bible and history

A unique re-interpretation of the city of ancient Rome and its empire, using the tools offered by the latest information technology and graphic design.

A fascinating and beautifully illustrated journey across the world and through the centuries in search of the sea monster.

The extraordinary tale of Philip Augustus, one of medieval Europe’s greatest monarchs, and the part he played in the downfall of four Plantagenet kings of England.

At the heart of University College London, nestled in the centre of Bloomsbury, lies a room that had remained undisturbed for decades. When Professor James Cheshire stumbles upon it, he set about exploring its contents in the hope of saving them. For three years, he sifted through the countless dusty drawers and was stunned to discover some of the most significant maps and atlases from the last two centuries - many of which have not seen the light of day since they were created.

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