Dictionary of World History: A Comprehensive Guide From Prehistory to the Present Day

by Edmund Wright

An incredibly useful reference, the second edition of A Dictionary of World History has been fully revised and updated in order to bring it into the 21st century. It contains over 4,000 clear and concise entries on all aspects of history, from prehistory right up to the present day. Biographies of key figures in world history range from Alexander the Great to Bill Clinton, Elizabeth I to Nelson Mandela. There are separate entries for every country in the world summarizing the key historical events and important figures in that nation's history.New to this edition are brand-new entries such as George Bush, Osama bin Laden, 9/11, and the 2004 tsunami, while many other entries have been substantially revised to reflect new developments. Twenty-five maps cover events and topics such as the Black Death and the African slave trade, and detailed subject entries on religious and political movements, international organizations, and key battles and places in world history give this dictionary a truly international scope.Easy to use yet encyclopedic in scope, A Dictionary of World History provides an excellent overview of world history both for students and the general reader.

Genres: History, Reference, Nonfiction, Dictionaries, World History

Hardcover

First published January 1, 2000

Reviews

[Clare · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an excellent reference book to have. I learned a great deal reading random entries. I am choosing to place this on the read shelf as it is a reference book as compared to a novel. I don't feel I will ever be truely done reading this as I will be going back to it again and again to lead me off in different directions about various subject on world history.

[Mark Singer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Essential bathroom reading for the historically inclined.

[Richard Isaacs · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent book that gives you an overview of major events in history. It is strongly recommended as a "jumping off point" for those interested in history. Great desk reference.

[Jennifer]

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