Collins Atlas of 20th Century History

The twentieth century has witnessed the most profound changes of any century in human history. And the Collins Atlas of 20th Century History is the premiere guide to this incredibly eventful 100 years, a tour through ten decades of conflict, hope and innovation. Particular attention is paid not only to the military conflicts that shaped the century, but also to the challenges that faced humanity: the environment, drugs, terrorism, science and technology, telecommunications, and energy resources. Historian and author Richard Overy provides in-depth analysis. The Collins Historical Atlases offer a fresh and highly visual approach to history. These handsome single-volume books use state-of-the-art maps and graphics to illustrate historical events, along with extensive notes written by leading experts. Richard Overy is a leading authority in the field of modern history. He is professor of modern history at Exeter University, and is the general editor of The Times Complete History of the World.

Product details

• Authors: Richard Overy, Richard J. Overy
• Publisher: Collins US
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 15.08.2006
• EAN: 9780060890728
• ISBN: 978-0-06-089072-8
• No. of pages: 192
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > 20th century (up to 1945); HISTORY: 20TH CENTURY AMERICAN, HISTORY: Modern / 20th Century, REFERENCE: Directories