Take a rollercoaster ride through the past with this fact-packed children's history encyclopedia. Stunning photography and amazing artefacts introduce the major turning points in history, from the evolution and migrations of early humans, to the rise and fall of great empires such as ancient Rome and the Aztecs. Discover the background to the wars and conflict that have shaped the world, from medieval battles to the major clashes of World War I, World War II, the Cold War, and more. Trace the history of science from ancient Greece, through the major contributions of the Islamic world, the Scientific Revolution, the Space Race, and on to modern technology. Follow, too, the influence of art, religion, and ideas, from the Renaissance and Greek myths to the origins of major world religions, such as Christianity and Buddhism. Explanatorium of History is the ultimate visual encyclopedia for kids aged 10-14, telling the story of "us", from the dawn of human history up to the present day.