A History Of The World: From Prehistory to the 21st Century (Arcturus Visual Reference Library) - Hardcover

A History of the World is a beautifully illustrated book that covers human history from its earliest origins right up to the modern day. Spanning the globe, it includes everything you need to know about the civilizations, the people, the ideas andthe conflicts that shaped the world. Explaining the latest historical developments, it forms an essential reference for modern-day amateur historians.

Jeremy Black is one of the leading historians in Britain today. He is Professor of History at the University of Exeter and over his career he has written more than 100 books. His writing has covered 18th-century British, European and American history, international relations, the role of the press and the nature of warfare amongst other subjects. Many of his books have become staples of university courses across the United Kingdom.