A Cambridge topic book

Details that period of Spanish history and civilization when the Muslims invaded and took over the Iberian peninsula, parts of which they controlled for nearly 800 years.

Discusses the construction and uses of different types of Viking ships.

Discusses the methods and achievements of Roman builders who were responsible for such projects as aqueducts, roads, and bridges.

Examines how and why Hitler and the Nazis came to power, raising the question of whether such a thing could happen again.

A brief biography of the sixteenth-century Spanish conquistador, focusing on his role in the invasion and destruction of the Aztec civilization in Mexico.

An account of the design, building, decoration, and eventual destruction of the temple dedicated to Athena, and aspects of Greek life and worship.

An account of the construction of St. Paul's Cathedral in London by Christopher Wren after old St. Paul's was destroyed by fire in 1666. Also discusses other Wren churches and buildings and the relation of Wren's style to his historical period.

Relates what is known about the life and times of Saint Patrick, how he brought the Christian religion to Ireland, and the work of Christian missionaries in Britain and Europe.