civilization

A history of the Renaissance as it flowered through Italy. Emphasizes the contributions of characters famous in history.

During the course of three hundred years, many people have passed by or lived on the spot now occupied by a house numbered 107 Maple Street.

After the last person has gone from the earth, sheep take over the world, make the same mistakes as man, and eventually they too disappear.

Describes different inventions, foods, toys, sports, animals, and fashions that originated in the United States.

Offers ideas for children on how to celebrate the millennium, takes a look at life in 1000 A.D. and 3000 A.D.,and includes a timeline that provides information about interesting people, inventions, and events from the last two thousand years.

Alphabetically arranged in 23 sections, includes individual entries under every major category of knowledge with explanations for each.

Explains how the study of mummies, both natural and man-made, including a frozen baby mammoth found in Siberia and the human mummies of Egypt, Peru, and Denmark, can reveal information about ancient civilizations and prehistoric life.

When snow drives Malik, Beckley, Emma, and Wendell into Des Moines, Iowa, they are taken in by a Coalition that is caught between an anti-electricity, cult-like group and brutes who raise pigs to trade, feeding them on children.

Presents an illustrated exploration of seven wonders of the medieval world, including the Cave of Ten Thousand Buddhas, Great Zimbabwe, Angkor Wat, Krak des Chevaliers, Salisbury Cathedral, Alhambra, and Tenochtitlan. Includes a glossary.