Böcker av Charlotte Hurdman

This illustrated encyclopedia explores every aspect of human history from the growth of farming, work and trade through science, crafts and technology to the importance of art, culture and entertainment.Over 3000 photographs, illustrations, fact boxes and maps and more than 120 step-by-step projects involve the young reader in recreating the past as they build a pyramid, cook a meal from history or dress up in ancient armor. Making models and items helps the reader to a closer study of art, architecture, fashion and transport, and to understand more about the way ancient liveswere shaped.This is a comprehensive, authoritative and stimulating encyclopedia and activity book. It isperfect as a home study aid or class textbook and an invaluable addition to any school or general library.

Travel back two million years to the Stone Age, and discover where humans lived, what they ate and what they looked like; practical projects bring the past alive as you make your own cave art or prepare a Stone Age meal.

Enrich your knowledge and understanding of the past, with this lively fact-packed reference and project book. Find out about the ancient cultures that shaped history, look at the photographs and inside-view artworks of palaces and humble homes, and make your own historical models, costumes and even recipes.