The Seven Wonders of the World

by Mike Ashley

The concept was invented by the These are things to be experienced in one's lifetime. Their choices were man-made works on a monumental scale, pyramids and temples and tombs of surpassing grandeur. This notion of Seven Wonders proved irresistible, and, during the Middle Ages, another list was created. In the Modern era, yet another. There are, as well, Natural Wonders and Animal Wonders. Here, in a single LIFE volume, are all of them, each worthy of the original Don't Miss This! Loaded with full-color, glossy photographs and captivating commentary characteristic of LIFE books.

Genres: History

288 pages, Paperback

First published November 29, 1979

About the author

Michael Raymond Donald Ashley is the author and editor of over sixty books that in total have sold over a million copies worldwide. He lives in Chatham, Kent.

Reviews

[Marc · Rating 3 out of 5]

OK, tad naive, obviously somewhat dated.

[Emily]

Referenced by Steven Saylor as a source for The Seven Wonders.