timelines of everyone
Timelines of Everyone
Get the inside track on the incredible lives of history’s biggest names, from William Shakespeare to Oprah Winfrey, and Anne Frank to Julius Caesar. More than 150 visual timelines take you on unforgettable journeys through the lives of the great, the terrible, and the overlooked people of world history. Following on from the smash hit Timelines of Everything, this fascinating new children’s book focuses squarely on the biographies of a myriad of movers and shakers across millennia. It covers a diverse array of kings and queens, humanitarians, scientists, inventors, explorers, activists, writers, artists, and more, from across the globe. Timelines of Everyone reveals not just the incredible achievements, contributions, and adventures of historical figures, but the lesser-known events that shaped them too, from childhood into old age. Did you know that West African ruler Mansa Musa was the richest person ever to have lived? Or that Hollywood screen legend Hedy Lamarr invented technology that would one day develop into WiFi? Or how about the fact that Einstein’s last words were lost because his nurse didn’t speak German? Filled with easy-to-understand timelines, vibrant illustrations, and a diverse range of influential people, Timelines of Everyone is the must-have guide to the world’s must-know names.
2106 Руб.
Timelines of Everyone
Get the inside track on the incredible lives of history’s biggest names, from William Shakespeare to Oprah Winfrey, and Anne Frank to Julius Caesar. More than 150 visual timelines take you on unforgettable journeys through the lives of the great, the terrible, and the overlooked people of world history. Following on from the smash hit Timelines of Everything, this fascinating new children’s book focuses squarely on the biographies of a myriad of movers and shakers across millennia. It covers a diverse array of kings and queens, humanitarians, scientists, inventors, explorers, activists, writers, artists, and more, from across the globe. Timelines of Everyone reveals not just the incredible achievements, contributions, and adventures of historical figures, but the lesser-known events that shaped them too, from childhood into old age. Did you know that West African ruler Mansa Musa was the richest person ever to have lived? Or that Hollywood screen legend Hedy Lamarr invented technology that would one day develop into WiFi? Or how about the fact that Einstein’s last words were lost because his nurse didn’t speak German? Filled with easy-to-understand timelines, vibrant illustrations, and a diverse range of influential people, Timelines of Everyone is the must-have guide to the world’s must-know names.
2106 Руб.
Timelines of Everything. From Woolly Mammoths to World Wars
From dinosaurs and Vikings to the history of robots and espionage, discover incredible world history in this lavish collection of timelines. Jam-packed with surprising facts and amazing details, such as the most bloodthirsty pirate of all time and the first crime to be solved by studying fingerprints, Timelines of Everything will take you on a whirlwind journey through an illustrated history of time, from the Big Bang to the modern world. More than 120 timelines will provide children with all the general knowledge they need - and even some surprising trivia they don't! Must-know topics and alternative history are showcased with beautiful, detailed illustrations and straightforward, easy-to-read text. With timelines on a diverse range of subjects, Timelines of Everything is the ultimate guide to history for kids.
4196 Руб.
Timelines of Everything
From dinosaurs and Vikings to aircraft and robots, discover everything you need to know about history in this incredible collection of timelines for curious young minds. Timelines of Everything takes you on a whirlwind journey through time, from the Big Bang to the modern world. Packed with more than 130 illustrated timelines, this unique children's encyclopedia gives you all the general knowledge you need, from the most bloodthirsty pirate of all time to the first crime to be solved by studying fingerprints. There are also key breakthroughs of the Industrial Revolution, as well as fun histories of spies and board games. History really does come alive as every timeline is explored using beautiful, detailed illustrations and straightforward, easy-to-read text. With timelines on such a diverse range of subjects, Timelines of Everything is the ultimate guide to history for kids.
6186 Руб.
Timelines of Art
Эта прекрасная книга знакомит вас с лучшими произведениями искусства за всю историю, используя поистине инновационный подход, основанный на временной шкале.Насладитесь знаковыми картинами, такими как «Тайная вечеря» Леонардо да Винчи и «Кувшинки» Моне, и откройте для себя менее известных художников, стили и направления по всему миру — от искусства коренных народов Австралии до произведений Китая эпохи Мин. Попутно исследуйте повторяющиеся темы, такие как любовь и религия, а также важные жанры от романского искусства до концептуального искусства.Timelines of Art представляет подробный анализ работ ключевых художников, показывая детали их техники, например, использование Леонардо света и тени. В нем рассказывается история авангардных произведений, таких как «Обед на траве» Мане, которые возмутили общество, и прослеживается, как одни художники, жанры или движения повлияли на работы других, показывая, как вдохновлялись импрессионисты. Гюстава Курбе, например, или о том, как на Ван Гога повлияли японские гравюры.Подробный, доступный и богато иллюстрированный, «Хронология искусства» представляет собой важный путеводитель по пантеону мирового искусства, так что погрузитесь прямо в него и узнайте:- Обзор каждого движения, включая социальный и культурный фон того периода, обосновывает произведения искусства духом своего времени.- Картины поворотного момента, которые положили начало или олицетворяли каждое художественное движение, идентифицируются и объясняются на фоне влияний - технических достижений, восхитительных техник более ранних художников и изменений в обществе, которые открыли новые направления в искусстве.- Словарь технических терминов и подробный указатель делают это издание незаменимым справочником для любого любителя искусства.Timelines of Art — это идеальная книга по истории искусства для студентов, изучающих искусство и/или историю, которая идеально подходит для семей, школ и библиотек и может стать отличным подарком для любителя искусства в вашей жизни.This beautiful book brings you the very best of art throughout history - using a truly innovative timeline-led approach.Savour iconic paintings such as Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper and Monet's Waterlilies, and discover less well-known artists, styles, and movements the world over - from Indigenous Australian art to the works of Ming-era China. And explore recurring themes, such as love and religion, and important genres from Romanesque to Conceptual art, along the way.Timelines of Art provides detailed analysis of the works of key artists, showing details of their technique - such as Leonardo's use of light and shade. It tells the story of avant-garde works like Manet's Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe (Lunch on the Grass), which scandalised society, and it traces how certain artists, genres or movements informed the works of others - showing how the Impressionists were inspired by Gustave Courbet, for example, or how Van Gogh was influenced by...
5350 Руб.
Timelines of Art
Эта прекрасная книга знакомит вас с лучшими произведениями искусства за всю историю, используя поистине инновационный подход, основанный на временной шкале. Насладитесь знаковыми картинами, такими как «Тайная вечеря» Леонардо да Винчи и «Кувшинки» Моне, и откройте для себя менее известных художников, стили и направления по всему миру — от искусства коренных народов Австралии до произведений Китая эпохи Мин. Попутно исследуйте повторяющиеся темы, такие как любовь и религия, а также важные жанры от романского искусства до концептуального искусства. Timelines of Art представляет подробный анализ работ ключевых художников, показывая детали их техники, например, использование Леонардо света и тени. В нем рассказывается история авангардных произведений, таких как «Обед на траве» Мане, которые возмутили общество, и прослеживается, как одни художники, жанры или движения повлияли на работы других, показывая, как вдохновлялись импрессионисты. Гюстава Курбе, например, или о том, как на Ван Гога повлияли японские гравюры. Подробный, доступный и богато иллюстрированный, «Хронология искусства» представляет собой важный путеводитель по пантеону мирового искусства, так что погрузитесь прямо в него и узнайте:- Обзор каждого движения, включая социальный и культурный фон того периода, обосновывает произведения искусства духом своего времени.- Картины поворотного момента, которые положили начало или олицетворяли каждое художественное движение, идентифицируются и объясняются на фоне влияний - технических достижений, восхитительных техник более ранних художников и изменений в обществе, которые открыли новые направления в искусстве.- Словарь технических терминов и подробный указатель делают это издание незаменимым справочником для любого любителя искусства. Timelines of Art — это идеальная книга по истории искусства для студентов, изучающих искусство и/или историю, которая идеально подходит для семей, школ и библиотек и может стать отличным подарком для любителя искусства в вашей жизни. This beautiful book brings you the very best of art throughout history - using a truly innovative timeline-led approach.Savour iconic paintings such as Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper and Monet's Waterlilies, and discover less well-known artists, styles, and movements the world over - from Indigenous Australian art to the works of Ming-era China. And explore recurring themes, such as love and religion, and important genres from Romanesque to Conceptual art, along the way.Timelines of Art provides detailed analysis of the works of key artists, showing details of their technique - such as Leonardo's use of light and shade. It tells the story of avant-garde works like Manet's Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe (Lunch on the Grass), which scandalised society, and it traces how certain artists, genres or movements informed the works of others - showing how the Impressionists were inspired by Gustave Courbet, for example, or how Van Gogh was influenced by.
5590 Руб.
Timelines of Art
This beautiful book brings you the very best of art throughout history - using a truly innovative timeline-led approach. Savour iconic paintings such as Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper and Monet's Waterlilies, and discover less well-known artists, styles, and movements the world over - from Indigenous Australian art to the works of Ming-era China. And explore recurring themes, such as love and religion, and important genres from Romanesque to Conceptual art, along the way. Timelines of Art provides detailed analysis of the works of key artists, showing details of their technique - such as Leonardo's use of light and shade. It tells the story of avant-garde works like Manet's Le Dejeuner sur l'herbe (Lunch on the Grass), which scandalised society, and it traces how certain artists, genres or movements informed the works of others - showing how the Impressionists were inspired by Gustave Courbet, for example, or how Van Gogh was influenced by Japanese prints.
5382 Руб.
Timelines of Nature
Discover the fascinating history of our planet with this unique collection of visual timelines. Full of exciting visual timelines covering minutes, hours, days, weeks, months, and years, Timelines of Nature reveals our planet's natural history and its life cycles in an entirely new way. Beginning at our world's existence; children aged 9+ will learn how many years it took the Moon to form and witness Earth's continents collide. Discover the history of Earth's most spectacular features - from the Grand Canyon to the Sahara desert. See how life evolved, from the first single-celled organisms to the extraordinary variety of creatures living today. Then we look at life on Earth today. Every species on Earth has its own unique story - Timelines of Nature reveals these weird and wonderful life cycles through fascinating visual timelines. It tells you what's really happening on Earth each minute of every day.
5512 Руб.
Buller L., Chrips P., Cox A. И др. (ред.) Timelines of Everything
From dinosaurs and Vikings to aircraft and robots, discover everything you need to know about history in this incredible collection of timelines for curious young minds. Timelines of Everything takes you on a whirlwind journey through time, from the Big Bang to the modern world. Packed with more than 130 illustrated timelines, this unique childrens encyclopedia gives you all the general knowledge you need, from the most bloodthirsty pirate of all time to the first crime to be solved by studying fingerprints. There are also key breakthroughs of the Industrial Revolution, as well as fun histories of spies and board games. History really does come alive as every timeline is explored using beautiful, detailed illustrations and straightforward, easy-to-read text. With timelines on such a diverse range of subjects, Timelines of Everything is the ultimate guide to history for kids.
1767 Руб.
Buller L., Chrips P., Cox A. И др. (ред.) Timelines of Everything
From dinosaurs and Vikings to aircraft and robots, discover everything you need to know about history in this incredible collection of timelines for curious young minds. Timelines of Everything takes you on a whirlwind journey through time, from the Big Bang to the modern world. Packed with more than 130 illustrated timelines, this unique childrens encyclopedia gives you all the general knowledge you need, from the most bloodthirsty pirate of all time to the first crime to be solved by studying fingerprints. There are also key breakthroughs of the Industrial Revolution, as well as fun histories of spies and board games. History really does come alive as every timeline is explored using beautiful, detailed illustrations and straightforward, easy-to-read text. With timelines on such a diverse range of subjects, Timelines of Everything is the ultimate guide to history for kids.
1767 Руб.
Timelines of Science. From Fossils to Quantum Physics
Spectacular visual timelines tell the story of science from fossils to quantum physics How science changed the world one discovery at a time. Timelines of Science takes you on an astonishing journey back through the ages, showing how dedication, disasters, and eureka moments have brought us antibiotics, electricity, space exploration, and so much more. Packed with fascinating facts, amazing images, and some seriously staggering science, this book shows how thousands of years of human endeavour have expanded our knowledge and shaped our lives. Find out why the fruitless search for a potion of eternal life led to the birth to chemistry. See how the invention of magnifying lenses opened new windows into the cosmos and microcosmos. And learn how happy accidents led to the discovery of X-rays, batteries, pulsars, and even the big bang. Timelines of Science is not just about science - it's also a book about people. The stories of discovery are told through the lives of extraordinary men and women who often dared to challenge conventional wisdom in their trailblazing pursuit of scientific truth. The timelines show how each scientist "stood on the shoulders of giants", building on the work of previous luminaries, while - in some cases - bitterly trying to overturn their rivals' or predecessors' theories. Filled with dazzling illustrations, spectacular photography, and easy-to-follow storytelling that cuts through technical jargon, Timelines of Science is guaranteed to capture the imagination of children of all ages and abilities.
6151 Руб.
Chisholm Jane Timelines of World History
A gorgeously illustrated guide to the history of the world, from wars and revolutions to ground-breaking inventions, discoveries and artistic movements. With over 3,500 key dates from the Stone Age to the year 2000, organised geographically so readers can compare what was happening in different parts of the world.
2557 Руб.
Kristin Baver. Star Wars Timelines
Изложите историю «Звездных войн» в этом потрясающем путеводителе, начиная с времен до Высокой Республики и до конца Первого Ордена.Эта книга превосходного качества, незаменимый спутник всех поклонников «Звездных войн», отображает визуальные временные рамки, в которых в хронологическом порядке отображаются ключевые события, персонажи и события, а также отмечается их значимость.Отслеживайте важнейшие конфликты на протяжении многих лет, которые глубоко затрагивают галактику. Следуйте за световым мечом Скайуокера, проходящего сквозь поколения, и станьте свидетелем эволюции культового TIE-истребителя в разные эпохи. Проследите за развитием планов Звезды Смерти на протяжении многих лет и раскройте множество разветвлений временных линий, которые разбивают важные битвы.Быстро просматривайте важные события, упорядоченные по эпохам, и углубляйтесь в детали, чтобы обнаружить основные и второстепенные события, ключевые даты и увлекательные идеи, расположенные в хронологическом порядке. Внимательно изучайте сложные временные рамки почти на каждой странице.Окунитесь в хронологию «Звездных войн», чтобы изучить:• Хронологический подход делит историю «Звездных войн» на семь эпох:Ранняя история, Высшая Республика, Падение джедаев, Царствование Империи, Эпоха восстания, Новая Республика и Возвышение Первого Ордена.«Star Wars Timelines» — обязательное дополнение к библиотеке всех поклонников «Звездных войн».Chart the history of Star Wars in this stunning guide, from the time before the High Republic to the end of the First Order.An indispensable companion for all Star Wars fans, this premium quality book displays visual timelines that chronologically map key events, characters, and developments, and mark their significance.Track crucial conflicts across the years that affect the galaxy in profound ways. Follow the Skywalker lightsaber as it passes through the generations and witness the evolution of the iconic TIE fighter across different eras. Trace the movement of the Death Star plans over the years and uncover multiple branching timelines that break down important battles.See essential events at a glance arranged by era and drill down into details to discover major and minor events, key dates, and fascinating insights all chronologically arranged. Pore over intricate timelines on nearly every page.Soar into Star Wars Timelines to explore:• Chronological approach divides Star Wars history into seven eras:Early History, The High Republic, The Fall of the Jedi, The Reign of the Empire, The Age of Rebellion, The New Republic, and The Rise of the First OrderA must-have addition to the library of all fans of Star Wars, Star Wars Timelines is sure to thrill.
7700 Руб.
Allen Tony, Challoner Jack, Lamb Hilary Timelines of Science
Discover the world of science as never before in this richly illustrated guide bringing key milestones and events to life in visual timelines. Offering a uniquely accessible and visual approach, this visual science book shows as never before where scientific ideas came from and how they have shaped all of our lives. The history of humankind has been driven by scientific discovery. From our distant ancestors learning to use tools and fire for the first time, to the modern breakthroughs that have shaped the world we live in today, science has defined the story of humans for thousands of years. Using beautiful illustrations and clear, easy-to-read text, Timelines of Science explains the history of science as it unfolded across the globe, and delves into the story of scientific ideas, practice, and progress one step at a time.
4998 Руб.
Kristin Baver. Star Wars Timelines
Изложите историю «Звездных войн» в этом потрясающем путеводителе, начиная с времен до Высокой Республики и до конца Первого Ордена. Эта книга превосходного качества, незаменимый спутник всех поклонников «Звездных войн», отображает визуальные временные рамки, в которых в хронологическом порядке отображаются ключевые события, персонажи и события, а также отмечается их значимость. Отслеживайте важнейшие конфликты на протяжении многих лет, которые глубоко затрагивают галактику. Следуйте за световым мечом Скайуокера, проходящего сквозь поколения, и станьте свидетелем эволюции культового TIE-истребителя в разные эпохи. Проследите за развитием планов Звезды Смерти на протяжении многих лет и раскройте множество разветвлений временных линий, которые разбивают важные битвы. Быстро просматривайте важные события, упорядоченные по эпохам, и углубляйтесь в детали, чтобы обнаружить основные и второстепенные события, ключевые даты и увлекательные идеи, расположенные в хронологическом порядке. Внимательно изучайте сложные временные рамки почти на каждой странице. Окунитесь в хронологию «Звездных войн», чтобы изучить:• Хронологический подход делит историю «Звездных войн» на семь эпох: Ранняя история, Высшая Республика, Падение джедаев, Царствование Империи, Эпоха восстания, Новая Республика и Возвышение Первого Ордена.«Star Wars Timelines» — обязательное дополнение к библиотеке всех поклонников «Звездных войн». Chart the history of Star Wars in this stunning guide, from the time before the High Republic to the end of the First Order.An indispensable companion for all Star Wars fans, this premium quality book displays visual timelines that chronologically map key events, characters, and developments, and mark their significance.Track crucial conflicts across the years that affect the galaxy in profound ways. Follow the Skywalker lightsaber as it passes through the generations and witness the evolution of the iconic TIE fighter across different eras. Trace the movement of the Death Star plans over the years and uncover multiple branching timelines that break down important battles.See essential events at a glance arranged by era and drill down into details to discover major and minor events, key dates, and fascinating insights all chronologically arranged. Pore over intricate timelines on nearly every page.Soar into Star Wars Timelines to explore:• Chronological approach divides Star Wars history into seven eras: Early History, The High Republic, The Fall of the Jedi, The Reign of the Empire, The Age of Rebellion, The New Republic, and The Rise of the First OrderA must-have addition to the library of all fans of Star Wars, Star Wars Timelines is sure to thrill.
5885 Руб.
Maskell Hazel, Wheatley Abigail Anglo-Saxons & Vikings
A fascinating account of how Britain emerged from the Dark Ages, from bloodshed on the battlefield and kings in crisis, to monks and murder. Full of intriguing facts, illustrations, photographs, detailed reconstructions, paintings, maps and timelines. Includes internet links to websites to find out more, and lists of places to visit throughout Britain.
1437 Руб.