Description:
The most remarkable true stories of all time and around the world brought vividly to life - from the Big Bang right up to the present day.
Embark on a journey across millennia and around the world, from the latest understanding of the origins of the universe through the birth of the Earth, the very first life, the age of dinosaurs, the rise of humans, ancient civilizations, colonialism, wars, technology, everyday life, global struggles for freedom and equality, pandemics - and much more. Eye-catching and informative illustrations and photographs throughout join with author Christopher Lloyd's engaging narrative to bring to life the most remarkable true stories of all time. The 2nd edition is revised for fuller global coverage and updated with the latest research, as well as with events that have occurred since the first edition. The design has received a fresh treatment and many new photographs have been included.
Includes a glossary and index.
Brief description:
Christopher Lloyd began his career as a journalist with the Sunday Times newspaper in London. Then, one day, he had a realization: even with a degree in history from Cambridge University and experience as a science writer, there was so much about the world he didn't know. So, he set out to write a book that showed how seemingly unrelated events fit together. After his adult world history book What on Earth Happened? sold 500,000 copies around the world, Chris set out to tell the story to children. Absolutely Everything! is the result. Chris lives in Tonbridge, UK, with his wife and two adorable terriers.
Review Quotes:
Selected by Reading Rockets' Holiday Gift Guide 2023
"Absolutely wonderful! I wish they'd had books like this when I was young." - Anthony Horowitz, author of Alex Rider
"From the Big Bang to yesterday's breakfast, this book of fun and discovery makes sense of it ALL." - Martin Brown, Horrible Histories
"Youngsters will be completely captivated and read sections that are of particular interest over and over... It is simply a delight for readers eight to eighty."- Seattle Book Review
"Embark on a journey across millennia and around the world" - Nicki's Random Musings
"Makes a great starting point for any tween or teen interested in just about any and every subject." - YA Books Central
"Does a good job with presenting a truly global view of history, putting multiple events into context and explaining how the past affects the future today." - Jean Little Library