For your friend who loves world history, here are a few gift ideas:
1. A personalized timeline poster that highlights the most significant events and periods in world history.
2. A book by a renowned historian who covers the period or events they are interested in. For instance, "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari or "The Silk Roads: A New History of the World" by Peter Frankopan.
3. A world map that showcases historical sites – they could pin locations they’ve visited or would love to see.
4. A subscription to a history-related magazine like National Geographic History or Smithsonian Magazine.
5. A set of historical documentaries or movies – such as “Hamilton,” “The Knight of Shadows: Between Yin and Yang,” or “The Imitation Game.”
6. A gift card to a museum with exhibits featuring the history of a specific culture, for example, a gift card to the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Egyptian Wing.
7. A copy of a historical board game such as Risk or Axis and Allies to play with friends and family members.
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