The Story of the World
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2004

The Story of the World

By Susan Wise Bauer, Jeff West (Illustrator)

Book #3 in the Story of the World series

Explore world history through captivating tales from 1600-1850.

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510 pages
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Dive into a storybook journey across continents from 1600-1850, where history unfolds through engaging tales and vivid illustrations. Discover the secrets of ancient cultures and pivotal events that shaped our world. Perfect for shared reading, this book invites young readers to explore the past with curiosity and wonder. What mysteries lie within Shi Huangdi's tomb? How did a child become Rome's last emperor? Uncover these stories and more in a beautifully revised edition that brings history to life with maps, timelines, and a pronunciation guide. Embark on an adventure through time and learn about the world's diverse civilizations.

From the publisher

Now more than ever, our children need to learn about the people who live all around the world. This engaging guide to other lands weaves world history into a storybook format. Designed as a read-aloud project for parents and children to share (or for older readers to enjoy alone), this book covers the major historical events in the years 1600-1850 on each continent, with maps, illustrations, and tales from each culture. Over 1.3 million copies of The Story of the World have been sold. Newly revised and updated, THE STORY OF THE WORLD, VOLUME 3 includes a new timeline, 40 brand-new illustrations, and a pronunciation guide for unfamiliar names, places, and terms.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
510
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Themes & topics
Books about familyBooks about homeschoolingBooks about 19th centuryBooks about 18th centuryBooks about 17th century
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Publication
Published
February 25, 2020
First published
April 12, 2004
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781945841446

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