Harmsworth history of the world (Volume IV)

By Arthur Mee

Book Overview

Step into the grand theatre of human time. In Harmsworth History of the World (Volume IV), Arthur Mee brings a world civilizations survey to life with striking imagery, crisp narration, and a sure sense of scale. The illustrations guide the eye through places, leaders, and everyday life. History, vividly drawn in ink. This is illustrated world history designed to be read for pleasure as well as consulted: a panorama of major historical events, the rise and fall of empires, and the forces that reshape nations and beliefs. Created at the height of British popular history publishing, the Harmsworth series helped define how generations encountered the past at home and in the classroom. Its clear timelines and visual storytelling make complex eras graspable, ideal for dipping in or reading straight through at leisure. Volume IV continues the journey across the ancient to modern era without losing sight of people as well as power, making it a trusted students history reference and a natural fit for homeschool world history shelves. Collectors will value it as part of an illustrated history collection and a multi-volume history set; curious readers will relish its confident sweep. If you enjoy an outline of history book or the Cambridge World History, this volume offers a companionably readable, image-rich perspective from its own moment. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today -- a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9353706963
• ISBN13: 9789353706968
• Release Date: June 2019
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 772 Pages
• Weight: 2.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"