You will find the history of the world from the Big Bang to the year 2000, covering the major civilizations, rulers and events. This book paints a vivid picture of everyday life over thousands of years and includes: Clear descriptions of historical events, Reconstructions of exciting scenes throughout history, Fascinating illustrations, Over 100 maps, and a 12,000-year illustrated timechart. 416 pages. Available in soft cover (retail $19.99) and hard cover (retail $39.99).