history, ancient

Traces milestones in history from the emergence of Egypt around 3000 B.C. up to the scattering of the Jews in 70 A.D.

An informative account of early history from the rise of the first cities to the fall of the Roman Empire.

Covers the lives of important personages from the ancient world.

Contains information about the events, personalities, ideas, arts and lifestyles of the ancient empires, from Philip of Macedonia to his son, Alexander.

Contains articles that provide information on a variety of Western and non-Western civilizations and cultures of the ancient and medieval world, from prehistory to the dawn of the European Renaissance; arranged chronologically by era, with illustrations, photographs, maps, glossaries, and comparative time lines.

Contains fact cards that present information about the early civilizations of Mesopotamia, the Mediterranean, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas, as well as the cities of Jericho and Catal Huyuk; discussing laws and government, literature, religions, crops, and other topics.

Simple verses and illustrations introduce young readers to the world of ancient Rome, describing its people, places, and culture.

Simple verses and illustrations introduce young readers to the world of ancient Africa, describing its people, places, and culture.