Minnis, Ivan

Describes everyday life in the towns and countryside of ancient China during the Han Dynasty, covering such aspects as food and drink, reading and writing, art, science and technology, entertainment, religion, and the life of children.

Discusses the political violence which has plagued Northern Ireland since 1969, and traces its origins to the seventeenth century.

Presents basic information on ancient China. Discusses what life was like in China during ancient times, the basic belief structure of Confucianism, and the intricacies of the written Chinese language.

Presents an introduction to the world of ancient Rome, providing information about the people, cities, food and drink, art, technology, religion, government, and other aspects of the civilization.

Presents an introduction to the world of ancient Greece, providing information about the people, cities, food and drink, art, science, religion, government, and other aspects of the civilization.

Outlines the history of the Arab-Israeli conflict over the founding of the state of Israel, from 1948 to the present.

Presents a children's study of ancient Egypt and includes information on early civilization, Egyptian towns and culture, education and writing systems, Egyptian art and monuments, famous Pharaohs, and life after death.