Bibliograph

Terra maxima, the records of humankind, Wolfgang Kunth, editor

Type

Label

Terra maxima, the records of humankind, Wolfgang Kunth, editor

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Terra maxima

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

855947052

Responsibility statement

Wolfgang Kunth, editor

Sub title

the records of humankind

Summary

From the most widely used languages and scripts, to the great religious communities, to the giant structures and the technological successes of the modern age, this volume offers a fascinating overview of the records and achievements of civilisation in their entirety and diversity. More than 3000 colour photographs taken by top photographers around the world celebrate the cultural and technological touchstones of human history. Ranking lists provide at-a-glance overviews while descriptive captions give substantial information on a number of topics. Concise text tells of the economic developments and population growth in our megacities, the pioneering work done in science and technology, and the remarkable innovations in the construction of museums, theatres, libraries and sports venues

Table Of Contents

Countries and nations -- Languages and scripts -- Faith and religion: Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism -- Cities and metropolises -- Urban megastructures -- Towers -- Palaces -- Transportation and traffic: road traffic, rail traffic, bridges and tunnels, shipping -- Aviation and space travel -- Art and culture -- Science and research -- Sports and leisure

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