Shop menu

The Book of Amazing History

Original price was: $16.98.Current price is: $12.82.
Disclosure

The Book of Amazing History is a comprehensive hardbound volume published by Publications International, Ltd. This illustrated edition, written in English, spans 704 pages and offers a detailed exploration of historical events. It measures 6.45 by 9.33 inches and weighs 1.8 pounds.

The Amazing Book of History is a 704-page collection of hundreds of articles, lists, quotes, and anecdotes that explore a lively range of human history, from the ancient world to the recent past to pop culture. Perfect for history buffs, trivia fans, and everyone with an interest in the past. 

  • Looks at history from an anything-goes perspective, with nearly 300 dynamic tales of people, places, and events. 
  • Topics include science, politics, the arts, war, medicine, sports, crime, food, historical figures, and more.
  • Learn about:
    • The real-life explorers who created King Kong.
    • The teenager who invented television.
    • Nazi Germany’s secret baby farms. 
    • Biological warfare secrets of the ancient world.
    • The racy true story of the Barbie doll.
    • The development of American hot rod culture.
    • A brief history of underwear.
    • The food obsessions of ancient Rome.

Read more

Publisher

Publications International, Ltd., Illustrated edition (January 1, 2011)

Language

English

Hardcover

704 pages

ISBN-10

1450807453

ISBN-13

978-1450807456

Item Weight

1.8 pounds

Dimensions

6.45 x 1.88 x 9.33 inches