Ancient wonders of the world

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Great Wall of China

2006
Examines the history of wall-building in ancient China, and discusses the construction of the Great Wall by order of the country's first emperor Qin Shi Huangdi.

Machu Picchu

2006
An illustrated, informative portrait of Machu Picchu, the ancient Inca city hidden amid the Andes Mountains.

Statues of Easter Island

2006
Provides historical background on the land and people of Easter Island, and discusses what researchers have learned about the mysterious giant statues, carved of lava rock, that populate the isolated island.

Stonehenge

2006
Provides background on the history of the people and region surrounding the ancient Stonehenge monument outside London, and discusses what researchers have learned about its construction and possible meaning.

Egyptian pyramids

2006
Presents a short study of the pyramids of Egypt, and describes the mysteries behind them, famous pharaohs including Tutankhamun, Khufu, and Khafre, and more.

Taj Mahal

2006
Presents full-color illustrated photographs that describe the history of the Taj Mahal, a monument in India built for a beloved queen.
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