civilization

"Many Westerners are unaware of the diversity of language and art across the Middle East. Arabic dialects differ based on region and country, and many other Semitic and non-Semitic languages are spoken across the Middle East. Art and technology also develop based on distinct cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic influences. This book examines art, technology, and language on a per-country basis to show students the richness and diversity of culture across the region."--Amazon.

"Learn about the art and cultural contributions, family life, religions and people of ancient China"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the twenty-first-century phenomenon of American single women and the unusual statistic of marriage for twenty-something Americans, where only twenty percent get married before age twenty-nine. Discusses historical cases and generations where young, single women have caused great societal change, such as in the abolition, temperance, suffrage, and labor movements of the past.

In graphic novel format looks at Chinese civilization from the Shang through the Han Dynasty.

A nonfiction graphic novel that examines the cultural advances made by the Song dynasty, including the invention of gunpowder, printing, and the compass, as well as the birth of Neo-Confucianism, and explores the tribes that toppled the Song and established the Yuan, a dynasty that blended traditional Chinese culture with Mongol rule.

Explores the Indus Valley that was the site of an ancient civilization from 2600 to 1900 B.C.E. Examines the archaeological evidence that offers clues to the architecture, art, and life of this civilization.

Illustrations and text provide information about the history, beliefs, legends and achievements of the people of ancient Greece.

A light-hearted introduction to the life and training of a Roman gladiator.

Provides a brief history of the ancient Egyptian civilization and discusses the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb.

Readers learn about the mysterious Maya through an examination of their history and cultural practices, including human sacrifice, the Mayan priesthood, and the discovery of chocolate.