Facts on File library of world history

Presents more than four hundred reproducible historical maps spanning the dawn of civilization through the modern era, arranged according to region, covering political, military, and economic topics, with one-third of the collection devoted to American history.

Provides information about various aspects of life in the past, highlighting notable events and achievements in ancient Roman civilizations, covering military affairs, geography, travel and trade, education and literature, religion, economy and industry, and everyday affairs. Includes maps, drawings, and photographs.

Over nine thousand, alphabetically arranged entries describe places of historic importance throughout the world. Includes full-color photographs and suggestions for further reading.

A two-volume set featuring more than five hundred alphabetically arranged entries that examine the history of crimes against humanity, covering human rights, war criminals, war crime trials, genocide, international law, and many other topics, with a selection of primary documents.

Explores life in Renaissance Europe, from the late 1300s to the early seventeenth century, covering history, government, and society, religion, art and architecture, literature, music, warfare, commerce, exploration, science, education, and other topics. Includes maps, illustrations, and a chronological chart.

Chronicles landmark trials throughout the world discussing the facts, arguments and judgements including the trials of Sacrates, Jesus of Nazareth, Martin Luther, John Brown, Charles Manson and Saddam Hussein.