civilization

This volume, covering entries from "abortion" to "Chernobyl" addresses Europe's cultural history, describing its organization of individual states and its goal of a civil society.

Presents a comprehensive survey of the development of Muslim growth, tradition, and thought covering a span of fourteen hundred years, and includes maps, notes, and illustrated photographs.

Chronicles the development of the Mesopotamia region between 5400 and 600 B.C.E., spotlighting the factors that contributed to its rise and eventual fall. Describes the innovations that impacted human society as a whole and profiles the growth and impact of the city of Babylon.

Filled with dramatic re-enactments and action-packed battle scenes, watch the dramatic story of one of history's greatest empires, from its first major battle to its remarkable military feats and through its eventual fall.

Describes the cultural achievements and folk art of China's 4000-year-old civilization.

Provides instructions for twenty-five projects that teach students ages nine and up about ancient China.

A collection of short stories about the world of Chinese science and technology including travel writing by Xu Xiake and the history and development of the lunar calendar by Yi Xing.