Writes of passage
people go to war? And why are some countries rich while others are so poor?
Find the answers to these questions and many more in this eye-opening book, which uses maps to explain exactly how geography has shaped the history of our world.
Discover how the choices of world leaders are swayed by mountains, rivers and seas – and why geography means that history is always repeating itself. Darwin’s Voyage of Discovery, £12.99, by Jake Wiliams
A celebration of Charles Darwin’s ground-breaking text on evolution – On The Origin of Species. Step aboard his ship The Beagle and follow Darwin’s remarkable journey that inspired almost all modern-day knowledge of the natural world. From England to Cape Verde, Brazil to the Galapagos, Tahiti to Australia, discover his wildlife trail of giant sloths, platypus, tarantulas, fireflies and more. Gorgeous artwork and fascinating information.
Incredible Journeys: Discovery, Adventure, Danger, Endurance, £14.99, by Levison Wood
Alongside real-life explorer Wood, travel around the world and meet some of history’s most daring pioneers Embark on 20 epic expeditions, from the Silk Road and medieval pilgrimages to the Holy Land to Nellie Bly’s trip around the world – plus recent missions to the Moon and the Mariana Trench in the western Pacific.
Beautifully illustrated with maps and filled with detail bringing the cultures of each region to life.
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