Great Cities

Condition: BRAND NEW ISBN: 9780241471159 Author(s): DK Format: Hardcover Year: 2021 Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd Pages: 320 Series: DK History Changers

Description: Stunningly illustrated biographies of the world's greatest cities, packed with paintings, photographs, maps, and artefactsDelve into the social and cultural history of 100 of the world's most important cities.From the first towns in Mesopotamia to today's global metropolises, citieshave marked the progress of civilization. Written in the form of illustrated 'biographies', Great Cities offers a rich historical overview of each featured city, brought to vivid life with paintings, photographs, timelines, maps, and artefacts.The latest title in the series style of Artists, Writers, Philosophers, and Composers, this lavish book goes under the skin of cities both ancient and modern - from Persepolis and Tikal, Paris and Vienna to Prague, Amsterdam, Tokyo, and Dubai. Which ancient civilization founded the precursor to Mexico City? Why was Venice the gateway to the East? What was the Belle Epoque? Which was the first city to build sewers? Great Cities takes you there, and tells you all this and more. Stunning images of city life and key moments in history are complemented by close-ups of revealing details and feature panels that provide additional context.A book not just about history but also about art, architecture, commerce, and politics, Great Cities provides a fascinating insight into what has shaped the places where we live. Perfect for history, geography, and arts enthusiasts and a stunning gift for armchair explorers of all ages, it is your window into the world's most fascinating cities.

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