--- product_id: 51648040 title: "The Times Complete History of the World: A Premium Hardback Atlas Featuring Over 600 Full-Colour Maps" price: "€ 169.80" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/51648040-the-times-complete-history-of-the-world-a-premium-hardback store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # Covers history from origins to 21st century 2.25M+ copies sold 600+ full-colour maps The Times Complete History of the World: A Premium Hardback Atlas Featuring Over 600 Full-Colour Maps **Price:** € 169.80 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🕰️ Own the world’s story — because history waits for no one. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Times Complete History of the World: A Premium Hardback Atlas Featuring Over 600 Full-Colour Maps - **How much does it cost?** € 169.80 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/51648040-the-times-complete-history-of-the-world-a-premium-hardback) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Expertly Curated Content:** Edited by Professor Richard Overy, a leading modern historian. - • **600+ Vivid Full-Colour Maps:** Visualize history like never before with stunning, detailed cartography. - • **Constantly Updated Insights:** Includes fresh analysis on China, Russia, the Middle East, and 21st-century world events. - • **Unrivalled Historical Scope:** From humankind’s dawn to modern global shifts, all in one volume. - • **A Timeless Collector’s Edition:** Premium hardback design that elevates any professional bookshelf. ## Overview The Times Complete History of the World is a premium hardback atlas featuring over 600 full-colour maps and authoritative narratives spanning from human origins to contemporary global affairs. Edited by renowned historian Professor Richard Overy, this ninth edition includes updated content on key regions and events, making it an essential, visually rich reference for professionals and history enthusiasts alike. ## Description The ultimate work of historical reference ‘The Times Complete History of the World’ is the most comprehensive, authoritative and accessible work on world history available today. It has sold over 2.25 million copies and has been translated into 18 languages since its first publication in 1978. With a narrative scope covering the origins of humankind right through to the turmoil of the 21st century, this book is an unrivalled and breathtaking accomplishment. With over 600 full-colour maps and charts on a wide range of historical subjects and representing the work of a team of world-class historians, this new edition continues a tradition of more than thirty years of excellence, style, authority and cutting-edge design. With fully up-to-date text, including new material on the Middle East, China and Russia, this book, edited by leading modern historian Professor Richard Overy, is more compelling than ever. Updates for the ninth edition include: • New spreads: China since 1976 The collapse of the Soviet Union and the creation of modern Russia The Arab World in transition • Substantially updated spread on Europe since 1991 • The most up-to-date research on human origins • Updated spreads on South and Southeast Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Central and North America. • Updated spread on the World in 21st Century • Updated introduction Review: great book - essential reference book Review: Times Complete History of the World - Interesting articles. Well presented with many pictures and maps. ## Features - Warning:Do not use near overhead power lines. - New Store Stock ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 264,706 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 228 in World Atlases & Maps 342 in History References 524 in Earth Sciences & Geography References | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 177 Reviews | ## Images ![The Times Complete History of the World: A Premium Hardback Atlas Featuring Over 600 Full-Colour Maps - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71yMwYLaENL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ great book *by D***R on 1 February 2026* essential reference book ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Times Complete History of the World *by J***S on 4 January 2026* Interesting articles. Well presented with many pictures and maps. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Four Stars *by A***R on 17 September 2016* Good, detailed and interesting maps ## Frequently Bought Together - The Times Complete History of the World - History of the World Map by Map (DK History Map by Map) - National Geographic Ultimate Visual History of the World: The Story of Humankind From Prehistory to Modern Times --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/51648040-the-times-complete-history-of-the-world-a-premium-hardback](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/51648040-the-times-complete-history-of-the-world-a-premium-hardback) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-11-10*