antiquities

Text and black and white illustrations show how the Romans planned and constructed their cities for the people who lived within them.

"Which innovative ideas and inventions began with the ancient Greeks? Find out how the ancient Greeks organized their society, trained their soldiers, used their ships for trade and transportation, and built their temples. Discover how their . . . developments in architecture, politics, art, medicine, theater, and sports still influence the way we live"--Provided by publisher.

Photographs and text offer a tour of the Parthenon in Athens, Greece, and information about its history and design.

"Can modern forensic tools help us uncover . . . clues about who built the Great Pyramid at Giza? What can mummy forensics teach us about the mummified remains of Egyptian royals? How does the forensic analysis of Egyptian coffins help identify an unknown cause of death? Readers will . . . [examine] how forensic science has allowed scientists, archaeologists, and historians to solve mysteries and answer questions about ancient Egyptians"--Provided by publisher.

What can modern forensic tools teach us about existing and newly uncovered artifacts from ancient Chinese dynasties? How can we learn about human migration from the discovery of preserved bodies? Can today's technology uncover new clues about the Great Wall of China? Dive into this intriguing title, which examines how forensic science has allowed scientists, archaeologists, and historians to solve mysteries and answer questions about ancient China.

Explores the history of King Tut's tomb, including what it is, the protection through the years, and more.

Explores the terra-cotta army, including what it is, when it was found, preserving, and more.

Explores the history of the Palace of Knossos, including a civilization, excavation process, and more.

"Archaeologist Julian Richards . . . tell[s] Stonehenge's . . . story up to the present archaeological moment. Starting with a clear explanation of the structures of earth and stone that the monument is composed of, Richards then charts the ways that Stonehenge has been viewed, explored, and explained since medieval times, from its role in the folklore of giants, wizards, and druids, to its use for lavish burials of the elite and their gold, to its importance in the birth of modern archaeology"--OCLC.