antiquities

"How did the mysterious images high in the Nazca Desert in Peru come to be? Find out the truth about these ancient figures in the soil that can only be fully seen from high above the Nazca plain."--.

Offers an in-depth look at three of North America's most treasured sites, capturing the beauty and history of the cliff dwellings of the Anasazi, the Adobe settlements at Taos Pueblo, and the precipice known as Head-Smashed-In in southern Alberta.

This reference library provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the regions of the American continents in which two of the world's first civilizations developed: Mesoamerica (the name for the lands in which ancient civilizations arose in Central America and Mexico) and the Andes Mountains region of South America (in present-day Peru and parts of Bolivia, northern Argentina, and Ecuador).

Alexa and Jose reunite at the ruins of an ancient Mayan temple and discover a sinister plot to sell priceless Mayan artifacts to the highest bidder that pulls them into a dangerous jungle adventure.

In Ancient Maya, readers discover the history and impressive accomplishments of the Maya people, including their advanced mathematics and massive stone cities. Text provides details on the civilization's history, development, daily life, culture, art, technology, warfare, social organization, and more.

"A rich and compelling introduction to the history of Asian Pacific American communities as told through 101 objects from the Smithsonian collections"--Provided by publisher.

Examines several Viking artifacts, discussing where they have been discovered, what their use was and more.

Explores the scientific, agricultural, written, mathematical, astronomy-related, and legal innovations of the ancient civilizations of the Americas. Includes color photographs, fact boxes, a glossary, and additional resources.

"Introduces readers to the Inca civilization. Dive into the complex rise and fall of the ancient Andes Mountains dwellers. Their religion, geography, accomplishments, and lasting impact on the world are explored"--OCLC.

"This book distils a lifetime's study of Viking art. . . introducing all the intricate and beautiful art styles of the Viking age. It ranges in time from the first major Viking expeditions overseas around AD 800 to the general establishment of Christianity in Scandinavia some 300 years later . . . introduces the geographical and historical background to Viking culture; describes and illustrates the six main Viking art styles, showing how they emerged from and interacted with one another. Delicate metalwork, elaborate wood-carvings and the famous Gotland picture-stones are all discussed. Viking art ranges in scale from ship burials to decorated weapons and finely crafted jewelry; all feature here, alongside Viking architecture and archaeological traces left by Vikings across continental Europe and beyond . . . and examines Viking art in relation to pagan mythology, the conversion to Christianity, and the Viking legacy for later artistic movements"--Adapted from publisher description.