2024 the best books about history review

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Follow the fascinating threads of human history in this monumental volume, amply illustrated with maps, archival imagery, and revealing photographs.

From the dawn of humankind to the modern age, every era and civilization, war and innovation, is revealed in this comprehensive work.

History comes to life in this complete overview of humankind, from earliest times to the present day. Stunning visuals, imagery past and present, informative maps, and thought-provoking text make this book an instant classic.

From the Babylonian Empire to the Persian Gulf War, from the Xia and Shang Dynasties of Bronze Age China to the new space race, from Egyptian hieroglyphics to the digital age―here, in vivid color and crisp narrative, is the sweeping story of the history of civilization.

Perfect for browsing, for reference, and for study, this National Geographic masterpiece offers the full picture of the history of the world, sure to satisfy everyone in the family.

Chapters include:
Timelines of notable datesTelling quotations from the periodExplanatory mapsFascinating sidebar storiesPhotographs of artifacts & landscapesArt works ancient and contemporary depicting key moments
From young readers still learning history in school to anyone wanting to refresh their understanding of the trends and key events that have shaped our world over millennia, anyone seeking an illuminating dive into world history will be fascinated and satisfied by this book.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ National Geographic (October 19, 2021)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 656 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1426221894
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1426221897
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.47 x 1.58 x 11.13 inches
Reviewer: Nancy
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Visual history
Review: A great book, full of pics and the chronological order of events. It never ceases to amaze me the excellent presentation of historical information.

Reviewer: Dr. Joe
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A Book For Every Family to Own! Absorbing Narrative With Lavish Illustrations
Review: I've never recommended a book to everyone, every family, but I do for this marvelous, exciting book. This large and hefty tome devotes its space to a sweeping history of the world, in language basic enough for kids in elementary school to understand, but interesting enough to hold the attention of all ages. Its many vivid graphics ( the pages are about 70% illustrations) helped me to to get a "you are there" feeling, as if I was living in ancient Greece or dozens of other places and eras. It provides diversion as well as education--of course, not covering any country or civilization with any depth. It's a historical smorgasbord, which creates a yearning for a second bite of a myriad of specific topics. The price is very reasonable., and it's great fun to browze through. The book's condition was excellent. It was not damaged in shipment, as some reviewers had cautioned about.

Reviewer: Pearly shell
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Very knowledgeable book for kids
Review: If you have a grade schooler this book is very good. I bought this for my son, he is homeschool, doesn't have iPad or co.puter games so he has no choice to play his Toya or read books when school is over. He loves it. He has more knowledge than I do when it comes to history.

Reviewer: Beth S.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Beautiful Book
Review: Great book with beautiful illustrations and pictures.

Reviewer: Jeanette
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Large Book with Colorful Pictures
Review: This book is GIANT and the pictures and photography are amazing. You can flip to any page and learn a little bit while the pictures help tell the story. Most pictures are printed on the entire page so that you can see every detail allowing the reader to feel immersed.

Reviewer: Michael
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great book, sad binding!
Review: In true National Geographic form the content is excellent - five stars for the content.However, as other reviews have noted the binding is defective and it would be wise to wait until the publisher or printer or whomever has a chance to reissue the book with a binding that will hold together.I will keep the book because sending it back will be too time consuming in an already busy schedule but, I will read it with care to prevent the entire book from falling apart!

Reviewer: Jim Brummett
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Good content but disappointing quality
Review: I have no issues with the content of the book itself..its a really good book to have around if you're interested in history at all. But ugghh the actual book itself is poorly built. The binding was coming apart when I first opened it. The dust cover was already scraped up pretty good right out of the box. I can see it completely falling apart soon even if handled with care.

Reviewer: Meg Plu
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Beautiful Gift!
Review: This was a gift for my history loving grandfather. For the man that has so many books and is having a harder time focusing as years add up- this was perfect! Absolutely stunning photos & captivating themes.

Reviewer: David Franco
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: La calidad del papel y las fotografías es excelente; el único detalle corresponde a Amazon: deben tener más cuidado como almacenan y transportan este tipo de productos. Llegó con las esquinas un poco maltratadas.

Reviewer: JOSE A FERREIRA
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Gostei - e muito - do livro! Encadernação primorosa, papel de alta qualidade, fotos e textos também do mesmo naipe.Porém, a embalagem de transporte... Caixa muito grande, e não havia estofo para evitar o chacoalhar do livro para lá e cá... Por sorte, o livro não se danificou, felizmente.A Amazon era mais criteriosa com a embalagem e a preservação dos produtos no passado. Se o motivo é economia, está sendo uma economia porca.

Reviewer: Donald Leger
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: This is an excellent tool for the layman of history - which I am - rich in new information, maps, pictograms etc. Very readable but to too dense.

Reviewer: D'oh!orOoooh
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: My dad was over the moon with his present. It's kept him quiet and he hasn't annoyed mum as much so a worthwhile investment!

Reviewer: Ruben Hadders
Rating: 1.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Een prachtig boek, maar Amazon is helaas niet in staat dit boek op goede wijze te verzenden. Het is een zwaar boek, maar Amazon verstuurd het boek in een simpele, kartonnen verpakking waardoor het boek beschadigd aankomt. Dit is tot tweemaal toe gebeurd en niet alleen bij mij, zo blijkt.Doodzonde. Onvoorstelbaar dat Amazon, nota bene ooit begonnen als online boekhandel, met al z'n technologie dit simpelweg niet anders wil doen.