Presents an overview of the history of World War II from events leading up to the conflict to its aftermath, and features primary source materials that provide insights into what life was like for Americans on the home front, with photographs of related artifacts and time lines.
Tells the story of Marie Antoinette, queen of France in the late eighteenth century, and looks at what was happening in each of seven regions of the world during the time in which she lived. Includes a time line and maps.
Describes the development of cities, from the early agricultural centers in the Fertile Crescent to modern metropolises in industrialized countries. Chapters include The first cities; Ancient Egypt; Greek city-states; Imperial Rome; Viking Hedeby; Early America; Cordoba; Paris; Venice and K'aifeng; Florence; Nurembert; Constantinople; Amsterdam; Vienna; St. Petersburg; Paris; New York; London.
A fact-filled introduction to the world of medieval knights. Bursting with hair-raising facts that tell you exactly what life was like in the days of knights and castles.
dress, eat, write, and play just like the Egyptians
Macdonald, Fiona
2008
Illustrations and text provide information about life in ancient Egypt, covering the pharoahs, family life, the Nile River, arts and crafts, temples and tombs, and more.
Presents a factual overview and analysis of the Protestant Reformation and its aftermath, discussing the circumstances that led to it, the changes it brought, and its legacy in Christian Europe and beyond. Also includes a glossary, time line, and further-reading list.
