Other editions of book Oxford Children's History of the World by Neil Grant

A single-volume, sumptuously illustrated history of the world specifically designed for grade schoolers, this readable volume follows the evolution of humankind from the earliest colonization of the world to the beginning of the new millennium. This beautiful book is made truly accessible to children. Organized chronologically in five sections, it contains a series of double-page spreads, each focusing on a major historical period. Whether it is Medieval Africa or the Ottoman Empire, or Louis XIV's Europe or American Independence that strikes your fancy, you will find it here. Color maps, illustrations, drawings, and photographs add information and make the easily digestible text even more accessible and visually appealing. Feature boxes look more closely into specific subjects and historical figures like Marco Polo, pilgrimage, or the Korean War. Each section concludes with illustrated "Who's Who" and "Timeline" segments, which present a quick survey of the most significant events and personalities of the period and allow a comparison between regions at a glance. A glossary and comprehensive index wrap up this helpful reference. Written from a global perspective, The Oxford Children's History of the World recounts the important events in the development of civilizations not only in Europe but also in the Americas, Africa, and Asia. Up-to-date, thorough, and imaginatively illustrated in full color, it is the perfect introduction to social studies for children.

The whole of human history is here, from the earliest settlement of the world to the beginning of the new millennium, in one sumptuously illustrated and easy to use volume. The essential events of world history are easy to find, because each subject is given its own double page spread.Substantial coverage of each subject is given in the lively narrative text, from a top author of history books for children, backed by a team of expert consultants.This is a new edition with a new cover design and updated text.

A major single-volume reference book for children aged 8-12, covering the whole of human history from earliest times to the beginning of the new millennium.This beautiful book is designed to be truly accessible to children. It is organized chronologically, in five sections. Within sections each double-page spread focuses on one topic. Feature boxes and maps accompany the text, illustrations, and captions. Each section concludes with a `Who's Who' and a`Timeline', an invaluable survey of developments around the world which allows for fascinating comparisons between regions, at a glance. There is also a glossary and comprehensive index.