From the appearance of hominins (about seven million years ago) to North Korea's nuclear missile test in 2017, key events worldwide find a place in this chronology compiled by contributors from the Smithsonian Institution and other subject experts. Wars and plagues overlap with artistic milestones and scientific advancements. Frequent two-page topic coverage delves deeper in some areas, including money, arms and armor, and genetics.
VERDICT An excellent overview to history, with a place in all school and public libraries.
—Maggie Knapp, Trinity Valley Sch., Fort Worth, TX