The Times Complete History of the World is one of the most comprehensive single-volume references on world history ever published. Edited by the renowned British historian Richard Overy, this richly illustrated historical atlas traces the story of humanity from the earliest prehistoric civilizations to the twenty-first century. Combining authoritative scholarship with exceptional cartography, the book presents a chronological account of political, military, cultural, scientific, religious, and economic developments that have shaped civilizations across every continent. Featuring over 600 full-colour maps, timelines, diagrams, illustrations, and photographs, it allows readers to visualize the rise and fall of empires, the spread of religions, exploration, migration, trade routes, revolutions, world wars, and the development of modern nations. The book covers Ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome, India, China, the Islamic world, Medieval Europe, the Renaissance, the Industrial Revolution, colonialism, the World Wars, the Cold War, decolonization, globalization, and major events of the modern era. Updated editions include expanded coverage of contemporary topics such as the rise of China, the collapse of the Soviet Union, the Arab Spring, and geopolitical changes in the 21st century. Beautifully designed as a premium oversized hardcover, The Times Complete History of the World serves as both an educational reference and an outstanding coffee-table volume. It is an indispensable resource for students, historians, teachers, researchers, travelers, and anyone seeking a visually engaging overview of world history.