Book details
The Discovery of New Worlds (Illustrated) (The Story of the World Book 2)
Description
Book II in The Story of the World series, by M. B. Synge, "The Discovery of New Worlds" relates the rise and fall of the Roman Empire, the middle ages in Europe, the rise of Islam and the Crusades, and finally the age of exploration, and the establishment of trade with the Far East. The book concludes with the discoveries of Columbus and the Spanish settlements in the New World. Suitable for children ages 10 and up to read to themselves and for children as young as 7 as a read-aloud. The Story of the World series, by M. B. Synge, comprises a set of five volumes, written at a middle school reading level, that cover all major events in the history of Western Civilization, from earliest recorded history to the close of the nineteenth century. With fifty or so short chapters in each volume, the series links the great eras in time and place together by a chain of stories of individuals who played principal parts in the events related. While statesmen and military commanders figure heavily in the narrative, stories of explorers, scientists, artists, authors, and religious figures are also presented. The author writes in an engaging fashion, using dialog frequently to bring scenes to life. She juxtaposes events happening at the same time in different parts of the world in a style reminiscent of the books of Genevieve Foster. This series is an excellent introduction to world history for adult readers as well as for children.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
beginner
Length
252 pages
Book in series
#2
Why to read
- Enhances Historical Knowledge: Reading 'The Discovery of New Worlds' provides an engaging narrative that enhances readers' understanding of the Age of Discovery, including the exploration of new territories and the impact of these explorations on world history.
- Cultural Insight: The book offers insight into the cultural and societal changes that occurred during the time of exploration, including the interactions between different civilizations and the exchange of ideas, technology, and goods.
- Illustrated Learning: With illustrations included, the book caters to visual learners and makes the historical events more accessible and memorable, allowing readers to better visualize the era and its significant figures.
- Educational Series Continuation: As the second book in 'The Story of the World' series, it continues the educational journey through history, building on the knowledge from the first book and preparing readers for subsequent volumes in the series.