Stewart Ross
The Oxford Children's Book of the 20th Century
Hardcover
(Oxford University Press Oct. 29, 1998)
The 20th century has seen more spectacular change than any other period in history. Unlike other books, which have a fragmented chronicle-based approach, the Oxford Children's Book of the 20th Century takes a series of major themes, scientific, cultural and political; each subject is given a
self-contained double-page spread which explains with clarity and authority the impact of the major developments throughout the century. Dramatic changes - so dramatic that children can find them hard to grasp - are clearly explained in a text that is supported by a wealth of stunning photos and
other illustrations.
* suitable for children of 9 and over
* tackles the real issues of the century in highly entertaining and readable narrative (in contrast to fragmented Chronicle/timeline-based approach of other books on the subject)
* covers a blend of serious and lighter topics, and takes a global perspective throughout
* subjects covered include: the end of empire; the growth of youth culture; the revolution in transport and communications; the fight for equality between races and sexes; the technological revolution; the globalization of sport and entertainment
* prize-winning author of fiction and non-fiction books for both children and adults, with almost 100 published titles to his credit
* text scrutinized by historical specialists
* beautifully illustrated with about 100 illustrations: specially researched photos (full colur and historical black and white) with some maps and diagrams
* the text of each spread is complemented with a timeline of the key events in the area
* also includes full index, glossary and 4-page general timeline of the century
self-contained double-page spread which explains with clarity and authority the impact of the major developments throughout the century. Dramatic changes - so dramatic that children can find them hard to grasp - are clearly explained in a text that is supported by a wealth of stunning photos and
other illustrations.
* suitable for children of 9 and over
* tackles the real issues of the century in highly entertaining and readable narrative (in contrast to fragmented Chronicle/timeline-based approach of other books on the subject)
* covers a blend of serious and lighter topics, and takes a global perspective throughout
* subjects covered include: the end of empire; the growth of youth culture; the revolution in transport and communications; the fight for equality between races and sexes; the technological revolution; the globalization of sport and entertainment
* prize-winning author of fiction and non-fiction books for both children and adults, with almost 100 published titles to his credit
* text scrutinized by historical specialists
* beautifully illustrated with about 100 illustrations: specially researched photos (full colur and historical black and white) with some maps and diagrams
* the text of each spread is complemented with a timeline of the key events in the area
* also includes full index, glossary and 4-page general timeline of the century
- ISBN
- 0199104921 / 9780199104925
- Pages
- 48
- Weight
- 19.2 oz.
- Dimensions
- 9.4 x 12.0 in.
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