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A look at the history of body modification, including details about bizarre and deadly trends.

A look at the history of bathing customs, including details about bizarre and deadly trends.

Invites the reader to follow clues and break codes in order to help detectives solve a mytery involving the steamship Titanic and two fugitives.

An introduction to Spain that provides information on the country's geography, people, culture, history, government, economy, and climate.

An introduction to Peru that discusses its geography, natural landscape, history, people, culture, government, and economy.

Discusses the tools and techniques of archaeologists to uncover artifacts and evidence from ancient Aztec cities in order to better understand what hides beneath the Mexico City, the purpose for the temples, and what became of the Aztec empire.

Explores the history and culture of the ancient Pueblo civilization in the American Southwest, examining cave dwellings, wall paintings, and artifacts.

Describes Guatemala's history, geography, natural world, people, culture, government, and economy; and includes topical text boxes, maps, a time line, glossary, and a bibliography.

Photographs, maps, charts, and special features introduce children to the people, history, culture, geography, government, and economy of Colombia.

This series provides an in-depth look at the culture, religion, art, architecture, and society of the ancient Chinese vividly to life for young readers.