Absolutely Everything!: A History of Earth, Dinosaurs, Rulers, Robots and Other Things Too Numerous to Mention
No. of pages 352
Published: 2018
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This book is the winner of numerous awards
There are 352 pages in this book. This book was published in 2018 by What on Earth Publishing Ltd .
Andy Forshaw graduated in graphic design and illustration from London's Central Saint Martins college, and has worked on numerous online and publishing projects. Since 2010, Andy has created more than 5, 000 illustrations for children's books. When not illustrating, Andy can be found exploring the countryside on his bike. He lives in London. Christopher Lloyd graduated with a double-first class degree in history from Cambridge University. Christopher became Technology Editor with The Sunday Times newspaper in London and is now a bestselling author of more than fifteen books on world history including What on Earth Happened? (Bloomsbury), the series of What on Earth Timeline Wallbooks, Absolutely Everything! and more. He is in great demand as a lecturer and public speaker throughout the world, including at TEDx talks, conferences, educational seminars, museums, festivals and schools.
This book has the following chapters: 1. Nothing to Something: The beginning of the universe, life, and everything
2. Land Ho!: Creatures wriggle out of the seas and forests cover the land
3. Dinosaurs: Terrible lizards and what comes after
4. Hands Free: Some apes walk on two feet
5. You and Me: How a single species of humans, Homo sapiens, became the last on Earth
6. Civilization Begins: Writing kicks off a new era
7. Meanwhile, in Asia: More powerful civilizations thrive
8. Rise and Fall: Classical empires come and go
9. Meanwhile, in the Americas: More empires rise and fall
10. Invention Connection: Powerful ideas emerge in the Muslim world and East Asia
11. Medieval Misery: Christian Europe struggles following the collapse of the Roman Empire
12. Going Global: European explorers race to conquer a 'New World'
13. Revolutions All Around: Science, freedom, and robots
14. World at War: When everyone started fighting everyone else
15. To Be Continued. : The shaping of the world we know and what might come next
This book has been nominated for the following award:
Teach Primary Book Award
The Teach Primary New Childrens Fiction Award is a notable literary prize that aims to recognize and celebrate outstanding new children's fiction. Established by Teach Primary, a UK-based publication for primary educators, the award focuses on identifying and promoting high-quality literature that engages and inspires young readers. The award is aimed at childrens literature suitable for readers aged 5 to 12 years. The award primarily recognizes debut works or those by relatively new authors, providing a platform for fresh voices in children's literature. Top of Form
Starred Review "Condensing the history of the world into one book is a daunting task, but Lloyd tackles the challenge with finesse. In addition to bountiful photographs and illustrations, Lloyd's recognition of patterns throughout history and direct questions to readers make this book absolutely enjoyable." * Booklist *
