Rise and Fall
Great empires that shaped the world
$38.32
- Hardcover
92 pages
- Release Date
15 February 2025
Summary
‘Following on from his Atlas of Amazing Architecture, a book packed full of knowledge and a passion for the appreciation of cultures the world over, Peter Allen gives us Rise and Fall. This book is a gift for primary classrooms, highlighting a range of civilisations and empires that might not be as deeply covered as they ought to.’ - Just Imagine
Journey back in time to discover the fascinating histories of nine ancient civilisations; their rise, their decli…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781800660489 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1800660480 |
| Author: | Peter Allen |
| Publisher: | Cicada Books |
| Imprint: | Cicada Books |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 92 |
| Release Date: | 15 February 2025 |
| Weight: | 812g |
| Dimensions: | 18mm x 248mm x 327mm |
| Audience Age: | 11-18 |
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Critics Review
‘Much care has been taken to accurately share what research has been recovered on each ancient civilisation in both text and illustration. An absorbing adventure through time for budding young historians.’ - Children’s Books Ireland for The Irish Examiner
‘This visually enticing work takes a boisterous romp through nine civilizations that made far-reaching, lasting impacts, managing to pack in amazing amounts of information through judiciously selective text and minutely detailed illustrations. This title will spark energy on world history shelves and has multiple social studies and STEM connections.’ - Booklist Starred Review
Peter Allen
Peter Allen is a British illustrator based in France. He has illustrated books for Bloomsbury, Macmillan, Egmont, Usborne and others. Taking inspiration from folk art, mid-century illustration and postage stamps, Allen’s images are packed with observed details, imagination and humour. He is the author of Atlas of Amazing Architecture (2021).
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