With over 7,500 entries, the new third edition of the Chambers Dictionary of World History is the most substantial single-volume historical dictionary available. Its comprehensive coverage includes wars, treaties, plots and political movements, along with nations of the world, international organizations and biographies of key figures. Entries are arranged alphabetically, with a clear and helpful system of cross-references that makes the book ideal for browsing and highlights connections between individuals, ideas and events.

• Revised and updated to reflect recent world events
• In-depth focus on the period from 1000 to the present day
• More than 60 panels on significant themes of ancient and modern history
• Specially commissioned historical and thematic maps