modern civilization

Tells the story of Abraham Lincoln, sixteenth president of the United States, and looks at what was happening in each of seven regions of the world during the time in which he lived. Includes a time line and maps.

Presents a chronicle of the year 1800, looking at what was happening in civilizations around the world at the dawn of the modern era.

Explores how globalization has created commonalities throughout the world, describing how cuisines, cultures, beliefs, and practices of different countries are influencing others, and examines debates over whether increased globalization is good or bad.

A three-volume set which examines world history from the Renaissance to the new millennium, focusing on geography, daily life, and commerce.

Traces the course of ancient Greek history from the Mycenaean and Minoan civilizations of the Bronze Age through the Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic, and Roman periods.

A day-by-day chronicle of the twentieth century that presents more than five thousand news items and 3,500 news photos from January 1, 1900, through December 31, 1999.

The first episode introduces the Greek gods and legends and explores the significance of ancient Greek culture today. The second episode shows how archaeology helps us learn about the past and illustrates ancient Greek contributions to our culture.

Explores, through text and illustrations, how fashions and clothes reflected the social, political, and cultural climate of the 1940s.

Explores, through text and illustrations, how fashions and clothes reflected the social, political, and cultural climate of the 1920s.