The History Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained (DK Big Ideas)
The History Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained (DK Big Ideas) book cover

The History Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained (DK Big Ideas)

Hardcover – July 5, 2016

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Price
$19.16
Format
Hardcover
Pages
352
Publisher
DK
Publication Date
ISBN-13
978-1465445100
Dimensions
8.06 x 1.05 x 9.5 inches
Weight
2.65 pounds

Description

"[The Big Ideas Simply Explained books] are beautifully illustrated with shadow-like cartoons that break down even the most difficult concepts so they are easier to grasp. These step-by-step diagrams are an incredibly clever learning device to include, especially for visual learners." — Examiner.com "The visual layout promotes browsing with illustrations, pull quotes, and simple mind maps to explain concepts quickly." — Library Journal "Accessible guide to the great thinkers." — School Library Journal "Clever and engaging." — Booklist "Kids are never too young to understand history; it just needs to be presented in the appropriate way. With that in mind, The History Book is a fantastic place to start." — GeekDad.com DK was founded in London in 1974 and is nowxa0the 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,xa0withxa0offices in thexa0UK, India, US, Germany, China, Canada, Spain and Australia.DK's aim is toxa0inspire, educate and entertainxa0readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled 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.xa0DK’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 thexa0Idiot's Guides series.https://www.dk.com/

Features & Highlights

  • Learn about the origins of our species and all things revolution in
  • The History Book.
  • Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about History in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike!
  • The History Book
  • brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in.
  • This captivating book will broaden your understanding of History, with:
  • - Easy to navigate step-by-step summaries that explain each historical theme - Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout- Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understanding
  • The History Book
  • is a captivating introduction to the key events that have shaped society, from the dawn of civilization to the modern culture of today. Here you’ll discover the stories of important historical events and turning points, and the leaders, thinkers, and heroes involved, through exciting text and bold graphics.
  • Your History Questions, Simply Explained
  • This book will outline big ideas, themes and events of world history, from the founding of Baghdad and the colonization of the Americas, to the inception of Buddhism. If you thought it was difficult to learn about the milestones that have shaped civilization,
  • The History Book
  • presents key information in an easy to follow layout. Here you’ll learn about early humans, the empires of ancient history, the voyages of discovery to the tumultuous birth of nationalism, and the violence of two world wars.
  • The Big Ideas Series
  • With millions of copies sold worldwide,
  • The History Book
  • is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.

Customer Reviews

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Most Helpful Reviews

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Fictionalized

I was so looking forward to this book… and I got such a good price… that it made it twice as disappointing to discover not history, but something else altogether.
The book is attractive to look at, but… The section on Bay of Pigs is almost word-for-word what you’d expect from the anti-Castro camp, which set the standard, until recently, for straight-out lying.
I don’t know if this approach is applied to all topics, but I don’t want to take the chance. At a time when honesty and simplicity could help us understand the world of today so we can rise to the future, this book does the opposite.
I will avoid this series, sadly. There’s enough BS in the world.
94 people found this helpful
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This book is all i was looking for years

I'm not a history major, nor am i someone who wants to dive deep in history of a particular period. But i've had so many questions, and lots of dots that I didn't know how to connects. This book was the answer. Concise and on point, this book helped me pretty much connect all the dots. Absolutely the best history books for those who are mostly interested in the big picture. I've purchased 4 more books in the series (Sociology, Psychology, Philosophy, and religions book). They're all awesome books and are helping me fill all my knowledge gaps.
49 people found this helpful
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Also no where does it take about the great Mauryan Empire (India) which was the richest empire during ...

The book is old-schooled and doesn't take new archeological discoveries into account. For instance the new discovery of the city called Bhirrana which dates back to 7575 BCE, making the Indian civilization over 9,000 years old and the oldest civilization in the world is no where seen in this book. Also no where does it take about the great Mauryan Empire (India) which was the richest empire during the ancient time. You would think if they are writing about the ancient times they would write about the richest empire during that period. The book talks about rebellions but misses the great Shivaji Maharaja the leader of the Indian rebellion against the Mughal empire and creator of Maratha Empire, whose actions still have consequence today. Without Shivaji's actions there wouldn't have been Hindus in today's time, that is nearly 1 billion people. How did the writers miss so many important events is beyond me, very shallow writing also they missed major African Kingdoms.
24 people found this helpful
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I'm first to write a review just pointing that out :)

Book is great! Obviously it won't cover 100% of history from the start of civilization, but it's pretty close to covering all of it. The content is precise, but more importantly, pretty moderate. You don't have to worry about too much of an American bias or left/right-winged bias.
21 people found this helpful
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love this book

This book is a wonderful way to learn the history of people and cultures going back to ancient history. Just enough information to be educated without having to read a bunch of histories about different times.
19 people found this helpful
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Okay, nothing great.

Good book for visual learners. It really simplifies concepts and events in history.
5 people found this helpful
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History overview omits Jesus Christ

This book is the Readers Digest version of the history of the world. My husband likes reading it, but he was disappointed there was no mention of Jesus Christ.
4 people found this helpful
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What a pain in the a$$

These books are a pain in the a$$ to read. Bubbles are littered throughout as well as sub-sections and ramblings.
4 people found this helpful
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Strong Layout With Summary of Major Historical Events

The strength of this book is in the layout and design of the content. Every heading and subheading pops to the eyes of the reader. Important and preceding events and effects are placed on the right of every historical event written in this book. It serves as a good primer for world history and a great study tool for the CSET Exam on Social Sciences. It's weakness lies in its bias towards some historical events coupled with its superficial explanation of those events.
3 people found this helpful
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Overviews or refreshers

I love these DK history books. They're easy reads of what adults should have learned long ago or refreshers on what we'd forgotten not long after we tested on the units in school. I've read several of them, gaining information, understanding and occasional insights with pieces of info that make sense of areas I never quite understood.
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