DK
Books That Changed History: From the Art of War to Anne Frank's Diary
- ISBN 13:
- 9780241289334
- author:
- DK
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Dorling Kindersley Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 30.8 x 25.7 x 2.3 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- Poetry, Drama & Criticism, Literature: history & criticism, Literary reference works,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Books that Changed History features 75 of the world's most influential titles, from The Art of War to Anne Frank's Diary, and reveals their significant impact on history. These books are the medium through which ideas are introduced, shaping science, philosophy, and culture. The collection includes seminal religious and political texts, groundbreaking scientific works, and ancient texts that continue to be relevant today, such as the I Ching. Discover fascinating details about these titles, including exquisite illustrations, annotated notebooks, and rare treasures like the Gutenberg Bible. The book also explores the influence of titles like Euclid's Elements of Geometry, which remains one of the most influential maths titles ever published. By gathering stories, diaries, scientific treatises, plays, dictionaries, and religious texts, Books that Changed History offers a stunning celebration of the power of books.
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