Inside story

An illustrated survey of the construction and history of the Parthenon in ancient Greece.

Describes life in a frontier fort on America's Great Plains during the 19th century, using cutaway illustrations to provide insight into the challenges faced by the pioneers.

Text and cutaway illustrations depict the construction of a medieval cathedral and the way of life inside it.

Text and illustrations describe the construction of an ancient Roman fort and the lives of the soldiers who manned it in defense of the Empire.

Traces the historical development of the home of the presidents of the United States, describes past and present rooms, and recounts memorable events that took place there during selected administrations.

A knowledgeable Italian gentleman explains the construction and history of an Italian landmark, now 800 years old, to two American children.

Looks inside a Viking town, examining what it was like to live and work in a busy, bustling center of long-distance trade. Includes information on architecture, culture, religion, dress, travel and trade.

Text and illustrations describe the building and life surrounding the great mosques of the Islamic world.

Describes ancient Egyptian civilization and the construction and uses of the pyramids, with emphasis on the Pyramid of Cheops.

A boy learns from a French guide about the Eiffel Tower, its history and its builder.