World History Encyclopedia

By Fiona Chandler

A comprehensive introduction to world history from prehistoric times to the start of the 21st century, including information on dinosaurs, the first humans, Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, Medieval Europe, the World Wars and other major events in history. – Magnificently illustrated with a wealth of images depicting key events and everyday life in times gone by, as well as maps, charts and photographs. – Includes a 12,000-year illustrated timechart, glossary and extensive index. – With over 800 internet links to regularly reviewed websites with homework help, virtual tours, reconstructions, games and quizzes.

ISBN: 9781836052555
Imprint: Usborne
On Sale: Sep 2, 2025
List price: $49.99
No of pages: 416
Trim Size: 8.800 in (w) x 11.150 in (h) x 1.400 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE NONFICTION / Reference / Encyclopedias
BISAC 2: JUVENILE NONFICTION / History / Ancient
BISAC 3: JUVENILE NONFICTION / History / Medieval

Fiona Chandler

Biography

Fiona Chandler (1965 – 2008) was a Senior Editor and writer at Usborne Publishing who studied French and German at Cambridge University and worked as a teacher before joining the company in 1995. She worked on a wide range of titles including history encyclopedias, books for learning languages, Young Reading and parenting guides.

A comprehensive introduction to world history from prehistoric times to the start of the 21st century, including information on dinosaurs, the first humans, Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, Medieval Europe, the World Wars and other major events in history. – Magnificently illustrated with a wealth of images depicting key events and everyday life in times gone by, as well as maps, charts and photographs. – Includes a 12,000-year illustrated timechart, glossary and extensive index. – With over 800 internet links to regularly reviewed websites with homework help, virtual tours, reconstructions, games and quizzes.

ISBN: 9781836052555
Imprint: Usborne
On Sale: Sep 2, 2025
List price: $49.99
No of pages: 416
Trim Size: 8.800 in (w) x 11.150 in (h) x 1.400 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE NONFICTION / Reference / Encyclopedias
BISAC 2: JUVENILE NONFICTION / History / Ancient
BISAC 3: JUVENILE NONFICTION / History / Medieval

Fiona Chandler

Biography

Fiona Chandler (1965 – 2008) was a Senior Editor and writer at Usborne Publishing who studied French and German at Cambridge University and worked as a teacher before joining the company in 1995. She worked on a wide range of titles including history encyclopedias, books for learning languages, Young Reading and parenting guides.