History of the World in 1,000 Objects

Zusatztext "This vividly illustrated book provides a fresh perspective on world history by revealing how our ancestors lived through the objects they fashioned." — Longitude "[A] completely fresh perspective on the history of the world." — Releaselog "[A] treasure trove of human creativity from earliest cultures to the present day." — USA Today "Using human-made objects to explain world history is such a fun and interesting way to see how societies around the planet have evolved both culturally and technologically." — Winkbooks Informationen zum Autor DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world leading illustrated reference publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann. DK publishes highly visual, photographic non-fiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 100 countries and over 60 languages, with offices in the UK, India, US, Germany, China, Canada, Spain and Australia. DK's aim is to inspire, educate and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivaled clarity to a wide range of topics, with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products. Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery and parenting.  DK’s extensive children’s list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the best-selling LEGO® books. DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiot's Guides series. Klappentext 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. Zusammenfassung A child’s gasmask tells of life in the Second World War, the Colosseum sums up the might of Rome, and a jeweled Fabergé egg graphically demonstrates the opulence of imperial Russia.  Appreciate world history a different way – through 1000 objects. This fascinating book shows items ranging from a Viking wooden comb and ivory chessmen to modern phones, refrigerators, and cars. You will see how people through history have lived, clothed, and entertained themselves; how they have cooked, fought, married, and died.  Learn about history through iconic documents such as the Magna Carta, or symbols of imperial might such as the Taj Mahal. See funeral masks and tomb paintings that tell of the makers’ views on religion, death, and the afterlife. And appreciate humanity’s extraordinary inventiveness as you enjoy a parade of beautiful objects that includes exquisite Chinese porcelain, Stradiv...

Product details

• Authors: DK, DK Publishing, DK>, Inc. (COR) Dorling Kindersley, Smithsonian Institution
• Publisher: Dorling Kindersley USA
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 21.09.2014
• EAN: 9781465422897
• ISBN: 978-1-4654-2289-7
• No. of pages: 480
• Dimensions: 262 mm x 309 mm x 36 mm
• Subject: Non-fiction book > History > Miscellaneous