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Klappentext Big History places humans in the context of the Universe! revealing how and why we got where we are today. From the formation of our universe and the dawn of time to the present day! a series of major events has changed the nature and course of life on the planet we call home. With trademark clarity DK unites ideas and concepts of multiple disciplines from physics to sociology to create a visual account of 13.8 billion years of history. By taking us right back to our origins in the stars! and exploring how a unique series of events led to and then impacted human existence! Big History gives us a deeper understanding of the world we live in today. Zusammenfassung "From the formation of the Universe to today, countless major events have changed the course of life on Earth. Aligned with the online Big History Project supported by Bill Gates, Big History puts a wide-angle lens on 13.8 billion years of remarkable history and shows you how and why we got where we are today. With stunning visual timelines and special CGI reconstructions, you can see history's greatest events. Look back to our origins in the stars, explore everything from the birth of the Sun to modern technology, and see what the future holds for humans. Weaving together multiple disciplines including physics and sociology, and with a foreword by TED speaker Professor David Christian, Big History is a truly unique look at the history of the world." Inhaltsverzeichnis 1: The Big Bang 2: Stars are Born 3: Elements are Forged 4: Planets Form 5: Life Emerges 6: Humans Evolve 7: Civilizations Develop 8: Industry Rises
