Turn the pages of the most famous books of all time and marvel at the stories behind them. Over 75 of the world's most celebrated, rare, and seminal books are examined and explained in this stunning treasury.Books That Changed Historyis a unique encyclopedia spanning the history of the written word, from 3000 BCE to the modern day. Chronological chapters show the evolution of human knowledge and the changing ways in which books are made.Discover incredible coverage of history's most influential books including theMahabharata, Shakespeare's First Folio,The Diary of Anne Frank, and Penguin's first ever paperbacks. From Darwin's groundbreakingOn the Origin of Speciesto Louis Braille's conception of the Braille system that we still use today, these are world famous books that have had the biggest impact on history. Every book is presented with breathtaking photography and fascinating biographies of those who created them.Books That Changed Historygathers dictionaries, diaries, plays, poems, treaties, and religious texts into one stunning celebration of the undisputed power of books.[From the Back Cover]Books That Changed Historyis a beautiful and enthralling guide to more than 80 of the world’s most celebrated, rare, and important written works, from the Dead Sea scrolls to Anne Frank's diary. Including handwritten illuminated manuscripts, seminal printed volumes, and some of the greatest examples of illustrated literature, each exquisite chapter charts both the evolution and the legacyof every landmark book profiled.