civilization

Explores the origins and evolution of human societies, and examines how farming, property, cities, democracy, slavery, and civilization developed. Discusses myths surrounding prehistory and how they have influenced the modern world's ideas about history. Includes maps.

Rom Sebastian struggles to survive with his band of thirty-six loyal followers as the Order focuses on annihilating them.

"Takes a ... look at our globe from the perspective of art, culture, and sports. Using [a] ... design, maps are populated by infographics, graphs, and icons to represent information and statistics about a subject in a very visual way. This aids readers in comparing and contrasting the same subjects in different parts of the world. Each spread explores one subject in-depth, such as what the relationship is between fashion producers and consumers, who the most-read authors are around the world, how a country's education rates compare to their amount of Nobel Prize laureates, and which foods and drinks are most popular in different cultures"--Provided by publisher.

"Provides you with all the concept you need to know to understand the fundamental issues. Filled with helpful diagrams, photographs, further reading, and . . . features on the development of electrical and mechanical engineering, this book makes getting to grips with the subject as easy as possible. It includes the development of machines and materials, forces and how they are manipulated, gearing, and principles of movement and reliability"--OCLC.

A charmingly illustrated exploration of the wonders of Ancient Egypt -- from pyramids and mummies to pharaohs and gods--for curious kids ages 8 to 11 to enjoy.

Discusses the culture and history of China, focusing on all things China such as art, science, religion, society and more.

Looks at the influence of Greek mythology on everyday words, buildings, movies, and more.

"Takes a ... look at our globe from the perspective of art, culture, and sports. Using an ... design, maps are populated by infographics, graphs, and icons to represent information and statistics about a subject in a very visual way. This aids readers in comparing and contrasting the same subjects in different parts of the world. Each spread explores one subject in-depth, such as what the relationship is between fashion producers and consumers, who the most-read authors are around the world, how a country's education rates compare to their amount of Nobel Prize laureates, and which foods and drinks are most popular in different cultures"--Provided by publisher.

"In this first volume of the full-color illustrated adaptation of his groundbreaking book, renowned historian Yuval Harari tells the story of humankind's creation and evolution, exploring the ways in which biology and history have defined us and enhanced our understanding of what it means to be 'human'. From examining the role evolving humans have played in the global ecosystem to charting the rise of empires, Sapiens challenges us to reconsider accepted beliefs, connect past developments with contemporary concerns, and view specific events within the context of larger ideas."--Publisher's description.

"From castles and knights to the danger of bathroom breaks in the Middle Ages, readers discover 50 amazing and amusing facts about cleaning up--or not--during the Middle Ages"--Publisher.