801 Things You Should Know: From Greek Philosophy To Today's Technology, Theories, Events, Discoveries, Trends, And Movements That Matter - Couverture souple

Olsen, David

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1440565716 ISBN 13 : 9781440565717

Editeur : Adams Media, 2013

Synopsis

Discover how the world's biggest ideas, inventions, and actions changed the course of history!

What would life be like if the Age of Reason never challenged others to think differently, if the Industrial Revolution never happened, or if the New York Stock Exchange never came into existence?

801 Things You Should Know gives you the lowdown on thoughts and events that transformed past civilizations into the cultures that we know today. Each entry explains a game-changing concept or moment in time, detailing how it helped shape societies around the globe. You'll uncover fascinating details you'd never heard before, and be surprised to learn how these major influences have directly impacted the way you live.

From the sixth century B.C. to the present day, you'll discover the captivating people, acts, and ideas that have inspired change--and revolutionized the world.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

David Olsen is the author of The Words You Should Know and co-author of The Big Book of Words You Should Know and Roget's Words for Intellectuals. He earned his M.A. degree in communications and B.A. degree in public relations from Brigham Young University. He is the president of Market Builders, a marketing and public relations consultancy works with consumer product companies to launch products and brands to the public. He lives in Utah with his wife Holly, and they are the parents of five children.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Adams Media
• Date d'édition: 2013
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1440565716
• ISBN 13: 9781440565717
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 256
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible