civilization

Explores the history and culture of ancient Egypt, from the earliest settlers of the Nile to the final dynasty of Antony and Cleopatra.

As the 2000s moved forward, people changed the way they socialized, worked, and even entertained.

"Discusses the decade 1900-1909 in the United States in terms of culture, art, science, and politics"--.

Chronicles the author's quest to follow a ten-dollar bill for thirty days as it is passed on by ordinary people, a journey that takes him from the geographical center of America to six states.

Contains thirty-five groups of essays, each of which includes an overview of an issue related to Classical antiquity and classical studies, including Greeks and Romans, followed by two or more opposing opinions, arranged alphabetically by topic.

An introduction to ancient China, discussing the different dynasties and their rulers.

From archaeological digs that have uncovered the earliest Sumer civilizations through boats that may have sailed around the time of Jesus, the region that was once ancient Mesopotamia has remains of the oldest cities, religious sites, and artifacts in the world. This text introduces readers to this important civilization, and encourages them to trace its development through the chronological organization of important archaeological finds. The text covers finds at places such as Nineveh and Babylon, as well as important objects such as the Pilate Stone, dead sea scrolls, and the Sea of Galilee boat.

There’s more to ancient Greece than Athens and Sparta. Readers explore the history and culture of ancient Greece through the landmark archaeological finds that have taken place in the region. The chronological arrangement of the text allows readers to trace the civilization’s development from the days of the Minoan and Mycene through the end of antiquity. Readers will delight in reading about the first Olympic games, the Acropolis, and more.

Ancient Egypt was a formative civilization in the history of the world. This volume examines the main archaeological sites of ancient Egypt from the predynastic period through the Greco-Roman period, allowing readers to trace the chronological development of the civilization. Readers will marvel at the exciting digs at major temple sites—including Valley of the Kings, the Giza pyramids, Karnak Temple, and more—as well as at the everyday objects ordinary citizens left behind.

Describes life in the early days of Roman times.