Information-packed text and full-color imagery will transport readers to ancient Egypt, as they discover what it was like to live and work in this harshly beautiful place. Readers will also gain an understanding of how environment can shape belief as they find out about the Sun god Ra and life in the desert thousands of years ago.
Explores the story of St. Augustine, Florida, the oldest settlement in North America and how it came to be settled by the Spanish. Follow Ponce de Le?n as he lands in what is now Florida in 1513, looking for riches.
Profiles ancient Greece and Egypt, exploring both society and culture as well as the myths and legends surrounding these civilizations. Includes footage of ancient sites, re-creations and reconstructions, commentary and analyses, and period imagery.
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"This . . . book introduces readers to . . . inventions and innovations from India that have shaped the world, from shampoo to decimals"--Provided by publisher.
"This . . . book introduces readers to the birth of photography and other innovations from Europe. They'll encounter many innovations throughout history that are crucial to our daily life in modern times. Full-color photographs let readers explore . . . inventions up close"--Provided by publisher.
