World History: Visual Reference Guide

Historical figures

From rulers and politicians to philosophers and revolutionaries, meet the personalities who shaped our world today.

The growth of civilization

Explore the progress of humanity from the migrations of prehistory to the first manned space flight and beyond.

Decisive moments

Follow earth-shattering wars and revolutions, major achievements in the fields of science and technology, and milestones in the arts.

Key themes

Discover the common threads running through the world’s diverse and geographically distant cultures, as well as their many differences.