Prisoners of Geography: Our World Explained in 12 Simple Maps (Kids Edition)
Author(s): Tim Marshall
How did the USA become a superpower? Why do people go to war? And why are some countries rich while others are so poor?
The answers to these questions and many more in this eye-opening book, which uses maps to explain 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. This remarkable, unique introduction to world affairs will inspire curious young minds everywhere.
Praise for Prisoners of Geography:
"A fresh way of looking at maps . . . as guideposts to the often thorny relations between nations" - New York Times
"One of the best books about geopolitics you could imagine" - Nicholas Lezard, Evening Standard
Product Information
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- : Elliott & Thompson, Limited
- : Elliott & Thompson, Limited
- : 29 September 2019
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Special Fields
- : Tim Marshall
- : Hardback
- : 80