The 20th Century witnessed change unparalleled in history : from wars and conflicts, political upheavals, and social developments, to advances in medicine, science, and technology, the pace was truly dramatic.
One Hundred Years of History: With over 5,000 news items written in the direct style of contemporary newspaper articles and 3,500 news photographs, this specially updated edition of the classic reference work covers every major event, from January 1900 to New Year's Eve 1999. Included are the landmark achievements in science and medicine, the arts, and sports.
Instantly Accessible: Month by month, year by year, this fact-filled compendium captures history in the making, bringing to life world-changing events such as the burning of the Reichstag and the release of Nelson Mandela. Dramatic accounts of natural and human disasters, infamous crimes, and sports triumphs â including full results from all the Olympic Games â are there, too, all presented in an accessible and readily digestible format. In addition, memorable human stories give an intriguing glimpse into the lives and everyday concerns of people around the globe at any time during the last 100 years.
The Book of the Century: A unique record of the final century of the second millennium, 20th Century Day by Day is a gold mine of information for students and researchers. A perfect introduction to modern history for younger readers, this extraordinary volume is also a delightfully nostalgic memento for the not-so-young. Taking you to the heart of world events and bringing to life a huge range of subjects, this chronicle presents an unforgettable portrait of a century of unparalleled change.
Categories:
- History
- World
- General
- World
Publisher : DK ADULT
Author : Schlesinger, Arthur Meier
Language : English
Edition : American Edition 2000
Published :2000-10-12
Number Of Pages : 1558
Binding : Hardcover
ISBN-10 : 0789468565
ISBN-13 : 9780789468567
Item weight : 10.05 lb
Dimensions : 2.8 in x 9.4 in x 11.6 in
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