"Travel back in time and find out all the exciting things that happened around the year from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31. Every day features events that showcase the world's international diversity, from the Japanese invention of street markings for the blind, to the struggle for racial equality in South Africa. There's something incredible to learn on every page. Unlike other history books, 'On This Day' looks at ancient history and fascinating facts, as well...

A history of the world is presented through over one hundred different visual timelines, from a chronology of the written word to an ordered listing of the American presidents.