This series shows how basic elements of our civilisation have developed from their earliest beginnings to the present day. Artwork and simple text present examples of innovation and evolution from many countries. New discoveries are related to the social and political needs which inspired them and to the technologies that made them possible. The book looks at the extraordinary lives and achievements of many of the world's past and present rulers, from mysterious prophets to brave war-leaders, brutal dictators and puppet kings. [This book description comes from a different edition of this title. Please report any inaccuracies].

 

 

This book features in the following series: 100 Facts You Should Know, Timeline .

This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-6th grade.

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2014 by Gareth Stevens Publishing .

Fiona Macdonald has written over 300 children's books. She lives in Scotland and visited Coll to write this book.