A worldwide survey of archaeology's development, studying some of the spectacular discoveries made over the years as well as the important developments in ideas about the past, and looking at some of the leading characters in the history of the science.
Survey of astonomy looking at its development through time and across cultures exploring various discoveries, important theories, and discusses the contributions of numerous astronomers to the discipline.
An account of the fire that raged for twenty-four hours over much of Chicago in October 1871, destroying property and homes and killing at least 300 people.
Text and illustrations trace the history of castles in Great Britain from early Iron Age fortifications through the elaborate constructions of the Middle Ages. Also shows the people who lived there with illustrations of their clothing, weapons, and tools.
Describes the period of early European exploration from the journeys of Marco Polo and discoveries of Eastern countries to the discovery and conquest of the Americas.
Text and illustrations featuring furry and feathered creatures modeling more than 40 historically accurate garments relate the ebb and flow of fashion over 5 centuries.
