By Patrick K. (introduction) O'Brien - Encyclopedia of World History (2000-07-16) [Hardcover]

by Patrick K. O'Brien

This reference for high school students and/or home reference provides authoritative and useful information on all periods of history, giving due weight to often-neglected regions such as Central and South America, Africa and Oceania. It contains about 6,500 alphabetically-arranged entries written by academic historians; 1,000-plus color maps, illustrations and diagrams; detailed information (including a map, flag, text and data box) on approximately 200 countries; a time line detailing significant people, dates and events in history from 15,000 B.C. to the present day; and a reference section of essential tables, charts and lists. Edited by O'Brien (economic history, London School of Economics) together with consultants from other leading universities. 9x12.25". Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Genres: Reference, History

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First published September 1, 2000