Explores the secret societies of the Middle Ages; discussing the origins and beliefs of the Assassins of the Middle East, the Knights Templar of Europe, and the Secret Tribunals of Westphalia.
Presents an illustrated introdution to the trading ports established by the ancient Greeks around the Mediterranean, Adriatic, and Black Seas, including information on the ships and sailors that frequented these ports, and what it was like to live there.
Describes the social and economic structure of country life during the late Middle Ages, 1100 through 1400, and the role of the peasants, villagers, and landowners in the shaping of European civilization.
Describes the development of cities during the late Middle Ages, 1100 through 1400, discussing how they varied in government, commerce, population, and culture and how they influenced the shaping of European civilization.
Explores the land and resources of ancient Greece and includes information about climate and agriculture, culture and trade, city-states, and mining for metals.
Presents both primary and secondary source documentation on the ancient Mongol Empire of Genghis Khan, and describes the Mongol civilization, the rise and fall of the empire, military conquests, Shamanism, and more.
