In the style of the phenomenally successful 1001 Series, this is an essential guide and gift for anyone with a passion for history. Selected from a vast expanse of time, 1001 Days that Shaped Our World is a history of the world, told through key moments, decisive encounters, memorable incidents and dreadful disasters, whether triggered by human action or brought about by nature. History happens every day, but some days stand out and are etched in the memory of those who live through them - the day Kennedy was shot, for example. This book is a comprehensive record of those world-shattering moments, whether they happened centuries ago or only yesterday. 1001 Days that Shaped Our World is a collection of essential, shocking, memorable, and fascinating actions of men and women through the ages, all of which have made our world what it is today.