civilization

Examines the social, economic, political, and cultural life of the ancient Romans. Sidebars describe specific statues, murals, and ruins of the period.

A discussion of the early Romans, including who the people were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life, entertainment and sports. Features include timelines, fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended reading and web sites, and index.

A discussion of the early Greeks, including who the people were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life, entertainment and sports. Features include timelines, fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended reading and web sites, and index.

A discussion of the early Egyptians, including who the people were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life, entertainment and sports. Features include timelines, fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended reading and web sites, and index.

Presents a floor plan of the Acropolis of Athens as it looked when it was first built in ancient Greece, and provides more in-depth information about specific areas, shrines, altars, statues, temples, and other treasures found at the site. Includes a time line and glossary.

Illustrations, simple text, crafts, games, and activities teach young readers about the history, everyday life, and customs of Italy.

Describes the artifacts of ancient Greece's cultures and discusses the history of these objects, art works, and pieces of architecture.

Essays from various scholars will lead readers from the roots of Chinese civilization in the neolithic and early Bronze Age, to the first Emperor of Quin and his army of terracotta warriors, and through the rise and fall of China's emperors to the twentieth century's Republican revolutions and the emergency of Mao Zedong and the Chinese Communist party.

Provides an introduction to the history and culture of ancient China, including a traditional Chinese folk tale.

Explains what archaeological discoveries have revealed about the ancient empires of Mesopotamia, discussing culture and art, society, everyday life, and other topics.