Timeline throughout puts history in context and shows progression of world events. Illustrated biographies and key date boxes provide essential information. Text can be read section by section or as a complete article. Special Features: Bold headwords, and a concise definition of the subject appear at the top of the page. The Annals of the World by James Ussher He then set his collection of world events and biblical events in chronological order, and The Annals of the World is the remarkable result. Considered not only a classic work of literature, but also esteemed for. Almost completely inaccessible to the public for three. Considered not only a classic work of literature, but also esteemed for its preciseness and accuracy, The Annals of the World has not been published in the English language since the 17th century. The original Latin manuscript titled Annales veteris testamenti a prima mundi origine deducti (The Annals of the Old Testament, Deduced from the First Origin of the World), was published in two parts, in 16 respectively. Affordable digital textbook from RedShelf: The Annals of the World by: James Ussher. James Ussher, Larry Pierce (Editor), Marion Pierce (Editor) 4.29. Usshers Time Line for the Divided Kingdom. The Annals of the World is the massive compendium of ancient history by James Ussher. A comprehensive index, and at-a-glance summaries of each period, make this a valuable resource for help with school assignments, as well as for casual browsing. As a historical work, Ussher’s Annals of the Worldis a must-have for libraries of all sizes. Three colorful spreads at the end of each section are devoted to the Art, Architecture, and Science and Technology of each major time period. Divided into ten clearly defined time periods (from 40,000 B.C.D to the present day), The Kingfisher History Encyclopedia covers every major empire, civilization, revolution, and war, as well as the technological and cultural advances that have left their mark on history. What was the Black Death? Who fought in the Hundred Years' War? What do people mean by the Counter-Reformation? With its simple chronological and thematic arrangement, The Concise Kingfisher History Encyclopedia puts the whole of history, and the legacy of human civilization - from the Ice Age to the Information Age - at the fingertips of today's children.