A Short History of the World in 50 Animals

Discover the most impactful and incredible episodes from history, from the prehistoric era to the present day, told through the story of fifty of the most influential animals of the world.

<p><b><i>A Short History of the World in 50 Animals </i>provides a new perspective on the grand sweep of our planet’s making, taking readers from the time of the dinosaurs to the time of Dolly, the first cloned mammal. </b><br><br>This book will include <b>a great variety of beasts from across the animal kingdom</b>, some well known and others far more surprising, from every continent in the world. Each entry will show the creature’s influence on world development, economy, health, culture, religion and society. The size of the animals range from hulking elephants to tiny bees but each one has made a significant impact on history.<br><br><i>A Short History of the World in 50 Animals</i> details the <b>impact, legacy and role of fifty animals that determined the world’s history</b> and shows how many of them are essential for our future survival. Featuring <b>charming black and white illustrations </b>throughout, which celebrate these extraordinary animals.<br><br><b>Also available:</b><br><i>A Short History of the World in 50 Places</i> (9781789291971)<br><i>A Short History of the World in 50 Books</i> (9781789294088)<br><i>A Short History of the World in 50 Failures</i> (9781789296938)<br><i>A Short History of the World in 50 Lies</i> (9781789294606)</p>