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Book Synopsis: Adapted from the #1 national bestseller especially for children 8-12! The twentieth century has been a time of tremendous change, the most eventful hundred years in human history. Join Peter Jennings and Todd Brewster for a fascinating journey back in time to experience the century's greatest moments. Through the vivid first-person accounts of eyewitnesses, the most thrilling--and the most terrifying--events of the past hundred years come to life. Here are the voices of ordinary people--children and adults--expressing their joys and sorrows, their hopes and fears, as they watched history being made. This is history as it was lived, and as it will be remembered for the next hundred years.
This lavish book, in association with the television series presented by ABC News and The History Channel, includes more than 200 exquisitely reproduced photographs with an astonishing power to illuminate history. They will delight and appall you, educate and entertain you, as you watch the century unfold before your eyes. This spectacular book is a keepsake for every family's library. It is a riveting read and an essential research volume. It is the story of our time for all time.
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Are you ready to embark on a thrilling journey through the most defining moments of the past century? Look no further than "The Century for Young People" book, adapted especially for children aged 8 to 12. Written by renowned journalists Peter Jennings and Todd Brewster, this book promises to take you back in time to experience the greatest events of the twentieth century. Through captivating first-person accounts from eyewitnesses, both young and old, you'll get a unique perspective on history as it unfolded.
What sets "The Century for Young People" apart is its ability to transport you to the very heart of history. Dive into the vivid memories of ordinary people as they express their joys, sorrows, hopes, and fears during these momentous times. Whether it's the exultation of witnessing a historical triumph or the anguish of enduring a devastating setback, every emotion comes alive on these pages.
Featuring more than 200 meticulously reproduced photographs, this book is a visual feast that brings history to life right before your eyes. Presented in association with ABC News and The History Channel, these powerful visuals will both captivate and educate you. From groundbreaking inventions to unforgettable conflicts, these images will truly mesmerize you, leaving an indelible mark on your understanding of our past.
But "The Century for Young People" is more than just a captivating read. It's a keepsake for your family's library, a volume that will stand the test of time. Whether you're looking to satisfy your thirst for historical knowledge or seeking a resource for research projects, this book is an essential addition to your collection. So why wait? Start your journey through history today and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Explore the captivating world of "The Century for Young People" and be prepared to be transported through time!
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