excavations (archeology)

Explores the history and culture of ancient India; and examines archaeological sites, such as Mohenjodaro, Mehrgarh, and the Great Stupa of Amaravati, and artifacts.

Explores the history and culture of ancient Greece; and examines major archaeological sites including buildings constructed during the age of Pericles and ancient treasures, wall paintings, statues, and other artifacts.

Looks at what has been learned about ancient China through the study of archaeological sites and historical records, discussing various dynasties, Fu Hao's tomb, the terra-cotta warriors, and other topics.

Looks at what has been learned about ancient Egypt through the study of archaeological sites and historical records, discussing the tomb of King Tut, the decoding of hieroglyphics, pyramid builders, and other topics.

A survey of the ancient Greek civilization and the part archeology has played in its rediscovery.

Detailed essays, extensive photos, and informative sidebars describe life in the ancient Holy Land, focusing on Jerusalem, Ashkelon, the Qumran, Herod, and the significant places of Jesus' life, showing the results of significant archaeological digs; also includes a time line and a bibliography.

Detailed essays, extensive photos, and informative sidebars describe life in ancient Africa, focusing on Nubia, West Africa, the East Coast, and Zimbabwe, showing the results of significant archaeological digs; also includes a time line and a bibliography.

Explores the ancient Greek world by examining the treasures, temples and tombs through archeological excavations and restorations.

Detailed essays, extensive photos, and informative sidebars describe life in ancient Chinese civilizations, including the Shang, the eastern Zhou, the Qin, and the Han,showing the results of significant archaeological digs; also includes a time line and a bibliography.

Discusses cities throughout the world that were once thought to only be a myth.