Hinds, Kathryn

Describes how India, under a dynasty of remarkable rulers from 320 to 550 A.D., entered a golden age of prosperity, conquest, justice, scientific advance, and artistic and literary distinction.

Provides a social history of life in the Roman Empire at its most powerful, from 27 BCE to 200 CE, and includes descriptions of the ruling classes, the peasantry, and the urban dwellers.

Provides an overview of the history and ancient culture of the Scythians and Sarmatians. Features maps and illustrations, a timeline, a glossary, and sources of additional information.

An overview of the Huns of Central Asia from 370 to 470 A.D. featuring color maps and illustrations. Describes their lives as warriors and their leader, Attila.

Explores the social and economic way of life during the Middle Ages from 1100 to 1400 A.D., describing the ruling classes and peasant life, as well as the role of the church.

A social history of the Islamic world from the eighth through the mid-thirteenth century, with a focus on life in the desert and countryside.

A social history of the Islamic world from the eighth through the mid-thirteenth century, with a focus on life in the cities.

Presents a guide to Muslim faith in medieval times, covering the importance of the prophet, scripture, and tradition, the community of believers, the role of the mosque, women in the tradition, and holy days, with a glossary.

A social history of the Islamic world from the eighth through the mid-thirteenth century, with a focus on life in the upper echelons of society.

Profiles the life of England's Queen Elizabeth I and those in her royal court including ladies of the court, councilors, courtiers, and noble children. Also discusses the problems the royal court faced such as health issues, treasonous plots, and foreign invaders.