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The Chan's great continent

China in western minds
1999

Ancient Rome

2015
A photo essay documenting ancient Rome and the people who lived there as revealed through the many artifacts they left behind, including shields, swords, tools, toys, cosmetics, and jewelry.

Life in ancient Rome

an illustrated reference to the art, architecture, religion, society and culture of the Roman world with over 450 pictures, maps and artworks
Discusses the daily life of ancient Roman citizens, showcasing their cuisine, dress, entertainment, occupations, and religious beliefs.

Daily life in ancient Greece

2015
Describes what daily life was like for the ancient Greeks, with information on what foods were popular, how children were educated, which jobs people did, and much more.

Daily life in Ancient Rome

2015
Describes what daily life was like for the ancient Romans, with information on what foods were popular, how children were educated, which jobs people did, and much more.

The Mesopotamian empires

2016
Text and photographs look at the Mesopotamian empires.

The Chinese empire

2016
Presents the origins and history of the Shang Dynasty.

The rise of the Roman Empire

2016
Few civilizations have been as large and successful as the Romans, but Rome wasn’t always the capital of an expanding empire. Explore the history of Rome from the city’s founding through its peak.

Persia, the rise of Islam, and the Holy Roman Empire

2016
Learn about the spread of culture from Middle East throughout Europe. Find out about Persia, Mohammad and the spread of Islam, and the beginnings of the Holy Roman Empire in this fascinating book.

The fall of Rome and the rise of Constantinople

2016
As the Roman Empire expanded, it became the target of barbarian attacks. After its collapse, the empire split, and a new empire, Constantinople (modern-day Turkey), rose in the east. Explore the history of Constantinople after the fall of Rome.

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