Peoples of the ancient world

"In this new and expanded third edition the best-selling volume offers a lucid survey that covers all the key elements of ancient Greek civilization from the age of Homer to the Hellenistic period"--.

Presents a study of ancient Greece and discusses their early civilization and way of life, gods and goddesses, scholars, cultural life, the marketplace and the ancient temples, the Olympic games, and Greek city-states.

Presents a study of ancient Rome and discusses their early civilization and rise of Roman rule, education and political system, religious beliefs, aqueducts and the Colosseum, the beginning of Christianity and fall of Rome.

Presents a concise history of the civilization of ancient Africa and discusses early Egyptian and Nubian cultures, rulers and warriors of Africa, economic trade, worship and beliefs, art and music, and more.

Presents a study of Mesoamerica and discusses their early civilization and way of life, their empires and blood sacrifices, arts, culture, and science, and the Spanish conquest.

Presents a concise study of the ancient Celtic regions in Europe and discusses the early civilizations, their culture and economy, ancient cities and towns, social structure and the role of women, daily life, language, religion, and beliefs.

Presents full-color illustrated photographs and drawings depicting the history, people, and culture of Japan, and discusses its ancient civilization and dynasties, geography and landmarks, Chinese influence, economic trade, warriors and shoguns, and more.

Full-color photographs, illustrations, and text describe the history, culture, and people of ancient South America.