An astonishingly illustrated book with exceptional city maps that narrate the story of human civilization throughout the ages. From the walls of ancient Jericho to the modern metropolis of Tokyo, discover what cities can tell us about our past while inspiring us to build a better future.

Embark on a journey of discovery and witness the birth of democracy in Athens, stroll through the illuminated streets of the City of Benin deep in the tropical rainforest of West Africa, or explore what life was like in the long-lost capital of China, Xiangyang.

With 25 specially designed city maps and guidance from curators of the British Museum, this exciting book is packed with countless facts for inquisitive readers, who will be able to read it over and over again.

JERICHO * MEMPHIS * ATHENS * XIANGYANG * ROME * CONSTANTINOPLE * BAGHDAD * YORVIK * BEIJING * GRANADA * VENICE * CITY OF BENIN * CUSCO * TENOCHTITLAN * DELHI * AMSTERDAM * PARIS * SYDNEY * BANGKOK * LONDON * SAINT PETERSBURG * CITY OF NEW YORK * BERLIN * SAN FRANCISCO * TOKYO * CITIES of TODAY * CITIES of TOMORROW