Burg, David F.  | University Press of Kentucky

56,300원  | 20161004  | 9780813190877

"Almanacs represent the final book needed to complete a collection regarding a particular period in history. David Burg and L. Edward Purcell's Almanac of World War I is such a book." -- BookLoversWorld War I was the first modern war fought on a g...

Daniels, Patricia S./ Hyslop, Steve  | Random House

0원  | 20060815  | 9780792259114

From the first civilizations to the 21st century, this wide-ranging, compulsively readable book encompasses all of world history--great ages and monumental events; the rise and fall of cultures; names, dates, and statistics; and stories galore. Designed as an authoritative reference that's also irresistible to browse, it's a brilliant blend of narrative, analysis, detailed facts, and visual variety including sidebars, time lines and more than 200 maps and illustrations. The book offers four revealing ways to look at the human epic. In Milestones, 12 essays address key developments from agriculture and writing to modern democracy and other important themes; next, Major Eras takes a chronological approach, examining 11 eras from prehistory to the present. World at a Glance traces specific subjects through the centuries, with entries on Wars, Religions, Human Accomplishments, Leaders, Artists, and more. An expansive appendix listing presidents, popes, and other world figures, as well as a bibliography, a glossary, and a comprehensive index round out this amazing reference. A book that meets the most demanding standards of accuracy and graphic excellence, this is an indispensable tool for students and an illuminating, engrossing exploration for anyone interested in the who, what, why, when, and where of world history.

 | National Geographic Society

0원  | 20031101  | 9780792250920

National Geographic Society, Hyslop, Stephen G., Brinkley, Douglas (FRW)  | National Geographic Society

0원  | 20141104  | 9781426213915

For lovers of world history and maps comes the latest edition of the classic National Geographic reference, the Almanac of World History.

Janssen, Sarah  | World Almanac Books

20,700원  | 20241210  | 9781510780866

#1 New York Times Bestseller! Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource: sports, pop culture, science and technology, U.S. history and government, world geography, business, and so much more. The World Almanac® is America’s bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 83 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information has been the authoritative source for school, library, business, and home. The 2025 edition of The World Almanac reviews the biggest events of 2024 and will be your go-to source for questions on any topic in the upcoming year. Praised as a “treasure trove of political, economic, scientific and educational statistics and information” by The Wall Street Journal, The World Almanac and Book of Facts will answer all of your trivia needs effortlessly. Features include: Special Feature: Election 2024: The World Almanac provides a comprehensive look at the entire 2024 election process, from the roller coaster of the early primaries to Vice Pres. Harris's unprecedented late candidacy to state and county presidential voting results and coverage of House, Senate, and gubernatorial races. 2024—Top 10 News Topics: The editors of The World Almanac list the top stories that held the world's attention in 2024, from Gaza and Ukraine to the U.S. southern border. 2024—Year in Sports: Hundreds of pages of trivia and statistics that are essential for any sports fan, featuring complete coverage of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris and the 2024 World Series. 2024—Year in Pictures: Striking full-color images from around the world in 2024, covering news, entertainment, science, and sports. 2024—Offbeat News Stories: The World Almanac editors found some of the strangest news stories of the year, from a contest for competitive mermaids to a library-sponsored "March Meowness." World Almanac Editors' Picks: Time Capsule: The World Almanac lists the items that most came to symbolize the year 2024. The World at a Glance: This annual feature of The World Almanac provides a quick look at the surprising stats and curious facts that define the changing world. Other Highlights: More new data to help understand the world, including housing costs, immigration statistics, public schools and test scores, streaming TV and movie ratings, and much more.

Janssen, Sarah  | World Almanac Books

21,510원  | 20231128  | 9781510777606

#1 New York Times Bestseller! Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource: sports, pop culture, science and technology, U.S. history and government, world geography, business, and so much more. The World Almanac® is America’s bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 83 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information has been the authoritative source for school, library, business, and home. The 2024 edition of The World Almanac reviews the biggest events of 2023 and will be your go-to source for questions on any topic in the upcoming year. Praised as a “treasure trove of political, economic, scientific and educational statistics and information” by The Wall Street Journal, The World Almanac and Book of Facts will answer all of your trivia needs effortlessly. Features include: Special Feature: Election 2024: A new feature covers all voters need to know going into the 2024 presidential election season, including primary and caucus dates, candidate profiles, campaign finance numbers, and more. 2023—Top 10 News Topics: The editors of The World Almanac list the top stories that held the world's attention in 2023, from wildfires and earthquakes to Israel, Ukraine, and the U.S. Congress. 2023—Year in Sports: Hundreds of pages of trivia and statistics that are essential for any sports fan, featuring complete coverage of the 2022 FIFA Men's World Cup, 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, and 2023 World Series. 2023—Year in Pictures: Striking full-color images from around the world in 2023, covering news, entertainment, science, and sports. 2023—Offbeat News Stories: The World Almanac editors found some of the strangest news stories of the year. World Almanac Editors' Picks: Time Capsule: The World Almanac lists the items that most came to symbolize the year 2023, including a Swiftie-created friendship bracelet and the House Speaker's gavel. The World at a Glance: This annual feature of The World Almanac provides a quick look at the surprising stats and curious facts that define the changing world. Other Highlights: Stats and graphics across dozens of chapters show how the pandemic continues to affect the economy, work, family life, education, and culture. Plus more new data to help understand the world, including housing costs, public schools and test scores, streaming TV and movie ratings, and much more.

Sarah Janssen  | World Almanac Books

16,670원  | 20221206  | 9781510772441

#1 New York Times Bestseller! Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource: business, pop culture, science and technology, U.S. history and government, world geography, sports, and so much more.

 | Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

268,120원  | 20210515  | 9781538153994

Now in its fifth edition, The World Almanac of Islamism is the first comprehensive reference work to detail the current activities of radical Islamist movements worldwide. The contributions, written by subject expert, provide up-to-date assessments on the contemporary Islamist threat in all countries and regions where it exists.

Janssen, Sarah  | World Almanac Books

18,640원  | 20220203  | 9781510766532

#1 New York Times Bestseller! Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource: business, the arts and pop culture, science and technology, U.S. history and government, world geography, sports, and so much more. The World Almanac® is America’s bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 83 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information has been the authoritative source for school, library, business, and home.

World Almanac Editors  | World Almanac Books

67,480원  | 20210101  | 9781600571268

Get answers to virtually any question with this impressive compendium of information. The World Almanac and Book of Facts is America's top-selling reference book of all time, with more than 80 million copies sold. Published annually since 1868, this compendium of information is the source for all your entertainment, reference, and learning needs.

Janssen, Sarah  | World Almanac Books

23,430원  | 20201201  | 9781510761391

#1 New York Times Bestseller! Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource: business, the arts and pop culture, science and technology, U.S. history and government, world geography, sports, and so much more. The World Almanac® is America’s bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 83 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information has been the authoritative source for school, library, business, and home.

 | Lyons Press

43,890원  | 20240806  | 9781493086450

Here in a single volume, The Bear Almanac collects what is known about the world's bears, presenting in words and gorgeous photographs, a complete factual compendium of bear knowledge for the amateur naturalist and the bear specialist alike.

World Almanac/Janssen, Sarah/  | World Almanac Books

19,030원  | 20210101  | 9781600571343

The World Almanac® and Book of Facts is America s top-selling reference book of all time, with more than 80 million copies sold. Published annually since 1868, this compendium of information is the authoritative source for all your entertainment, reference, and learning needs.

Janssen, Sarah  | World Almanac Books

23,430원  | 20191126  | 9781600572302

Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource. The World Almanac® and Book of Facts is America’s best-selling reference book of all time, with more than 82 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information has been the authoritative source for all your entertainment, reference, and learning needs.

American Foreign Policy Council (COR)  | Rowman & Littlefield

384,310원  | 20141125  | 9781442231436

From Western Europe to Asia, from the Middle East to the Horn of Africa, societies are finding themselves under growing assault from radical Islamist forces. In some countries, such as Spain and France, the challenge posed by radical Islam is still limited in scope and embryonic in nature. But in others, including Somalia and Pakistan, it poses a mortal danger to the future of the existing state.