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The Who Was? History of the World

by Paula K. Manzanero, Robert Squier, Who H.Q.
The Who Was? History of the World - Thryft
The Who Was? History of the World - Thryft

World history through profiles of famous figures.

This book connects dots across time by weaving individual stories from the "Who Was?" series into a comprehensive narrative of human history. Just imagine being on a time-traveling adventure where at each stop you meet someone who shaped the world. Whether you’re a history buff or just curious about the famous names that have made their mark on our past, this book offers a unique and personal lens through which to view the global timeline.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Who Was? History of the World

by Paula K. Manzanero, Robert Squier, Who H.Q.
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ISBN: 9781524788001
Authors: Paula K. Manzanero, Robert Squier, Who H.Q.
Publisher: Penguin Workshop
Date of Publication: 2019-10-08
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Biographies & Memoirs
Related Topics: Biography
Goodreads rating: 4.05
(rated by 242 readers)

Description

Based on The New York Times Best-Selling series, this timeline of world history gives a fresh take on global events, from King Tut to Malala Yousafzai. For the first time ever, the Who Was? subjects are gathered into a single title! The Who Was? History of the World is a journey along the timeline of history, noting the birthdays of 150 people in the series and what was happening in the world at that moment in time. Follow the timeline to learn who was doing what when, from the days of ancient Egypt, all the way up to the present.
 

World history through profiles of famous figures.

This book connects dots across time by weaving individual stories from the "Who Was?" series into a comprehensive narrative of human history. Just imagine being on a time-traveling adventure where at each stop you meet someone who shaped the world. Whether you’re a history buff or just curious about the famous names that have made their mark on our past, this book offers a unique and personal lens through which to view the global timeline.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.