civilization, ancient

Ancient civilizations of Iraq, Egypt, India, China, Central America and other regions are the focus of this remarkable contribution to student reference.

"Discover the real-life history, locations, and myths that inspire today's popular adventure games"--Provided by publisher.

"An exploration of the questions and mysteries that have puzzled scholars and experts about tombs and burials from ancient times. Features include a map, fact boxes, biographies of famous experts on burial and tombs, places to see and visit, a glossary, further readings, and index"--.

"Due to a lack of artifacts, certain aspects of ancient life remain mysterious. Luckily, many ancient cultures left behind treasure troves designed to stand the test of time: tombs for the most elite among them ... reveals how archaeologists discovered the tombs of King Tutankhamen, Qin Shi Huang, the Lord of Sipn, and many more."--Amazon.

" ... details the significance of Stonehenge and Machu Picchu, the current theories about their usage in ancient times, and the aspects of these sites that are still steeped in mystery"--Amazon.

"Long-told tales of lost tombs and hidden treasure have survived even into today's atmosphere of skepticism. Some of these artifacts definitely exist--their locations have just been forgotten. Others are truly myths. Readers want to know what is legend and which treasure to pursue. This compelling tome is their guide! There's plenty of history to explore as they learn about lost Inca gold, cursed Egyptian crypts, poisoned tombs in China, the missing grave of Genghis Khan, and untold amounts of shipwrecked treasure. A beautiful design including historical and fantastical images serves to heighten interest in this must-read volume"--From the publisher's web site.

An introduction to Maya culture, covering beliefs, daily life, games they played, and more.

Presents twenty-six essays and 1,169 alphabetically arranged encyclopedic entries on civilizations and cultures around the world from prehistory to approximately 700 C.E., and includes a time line, glossary, chronological list of entries, bibliography, and list of Web sites.

Presents a reference guide that provides authoritative maps, charts, and chronologies complemented by informative essays covering all the major periods of human history between the time of the Neanderthals and the nuclear age.