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History of the World in 1,000 Objects
List Price: $50.00 Our Price: $29.00 Ships FREE from Amazon.com (details)  Edition: Hardcover Other editions available: Hardcover 119 third-party copies available from: $8.00  Other items of interest: • The Smithsonian's History of America in 101 Objects • The Smithsonian's History of America in 101 Objects • Natural History: The Ultimate Visual Guide to Everything on Earth (Smithsonian) • A History of the World in 100 Objects • History: From the Dawn of Civilization to the Present Day • Earth (Second Edition): The Definitive Visual Guide • A History of the World in 100 Objects • Great Maps: The World's Masterpieces Explored and Explained (Dk Smithsonian) • Natural Wonders of the World • Science: The Definitive Visual Guide  Product Description: From the watch Napoleon used to synchronize with his generals at Waterloo and Chinese David vases believed to be the oldest example of blue and white porcelain to the US Constitution and the Mayan Dresden codex, the oldest book written in the Americas, History of the World in 1,000 Objects provides a completely fresh perspective on the history of the world. With objects revealing how our ancestors lived, what they believed and valued, and how these items helped shape civilization, History of the World in 1,000 Objects contains a treasure trove of human creativity from earliest cultures to the present day. Objects are grouped chronologically, under key themes, from art to the history of technology, and together help paint a unique picture that provides detailed insight into each culture. In addition to stunning specially-commissioned photographs, History of the World in 1,000 Objects is packed with timelines and maps that make it easy to compare how people lived at different times and in different parts of the world. • DK Publishing Dorling Kindersley Product Details/Specifications: Author: DK Publisher: DK Manufacturer: DK EAN: 9781465422897 Binding: Hardcover ISBN: 9781465422897 Number of items: 1 Number of pages: 480 Publication date: 2014-09-21 Release date: 2014-09-21 Universal product code (UPC): 790778022891 Language: English (Published) Language: English (Original Language) Language: English (Unknown) Brand: DK Publishing Dorling Kindersley |
