The Illustrated History of the World Volume 1: Prehistory and the First Civilizations

by Roberts, J. M.

• ISBN13: 9780195215199
• ISBN10: 0195215192
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2002-02-28
• Publisher: Oxford University Press

Summary

The Illustrated History of the World is a lavishly illustrated edition of J. M. Roberts's bestselling History of the World. Now completely revised and updated, each volume of this comprehensive reference work traces the tumultuous story of humankind from prehistory to the end of the 20th century. The rise and fall of civilizations; the impact of powerful individuals on world events; the interplay of state and religion; the social and economic factors that influence societies--these are some of the themes of this masterful, sweeping narrative. Over 2,000 photographs in color and black-and-white present a unique visual panoply of the march of history. In addition, more than 200 maps and artworks in full color underscore important events. Fully integrated sidebars and feature boxes narrow in on key themes, providing an additional layer of interest. Each volume also contains a double-page, illustrated chronology of major events, plus a bibliography and detailed index. Authoritative, brilliantly written, and superbly illustrated, this outstanding and popular work of scholarship makes the whole sweep of history vivid and accessible as never before.

Table of Contents

Introduction	6	(2)
BEFORE HISTORY	8	(56)
The Foundations	10	(24)
Homo sapiens	34	(16)
The Possibility of Civilization	50	(14)
THE FIRST CIVILIZATIONS	64	(116)
Early Civilized Life	66	(10)
Ancient Mesopotamia	76	(24)
Ancient Egypt	100	(32)
Intruders and Invaders: the Dark Ages of the Ancient Near East	132	(48)
Time chart	180	(2)
Chapters and contents	182	(2)
Series contents	184	(2)
Index	186	(6)
Acknowledgments	192