Describes Roman daily life, families, food, clothing, health, education, work, entertainment, government, trade, customs, and beliefs
Uses a selection of key works of art from the Middle Ages as a starting point to explain the European world that created them. Covers trade, warfare, the origins and growth of the Islamic world, ar…
Small and frail, Tutankhamen was an all but ignored member of the royal family of the great Egyptian pharaoh Amenhotep III. At the school of the menoi, or tutors, he did not excel at physical activ…
Greek civilizations dominated the western world for centuries, from the Minoans to Alexander the Great. They created fearsome fighting forces on land and sea, and invented the Olympic Games, democr…
Introduces the history and culture of the ancient Romans, describes the changes and developments that occured in Roman times and Roman influences on the modern world, and suggests related Web sites.
Introduces the history, government, religion, and culture of ancient Egypt, describes how archaeologists learn about Egyptian civilization, and suggests related Web sites.
Children can unravel ancient secrets in this series of 64 page books. Each includes a timeline, glossary, and index for easy reference, as well as a fully-illustrated display board and a miniature …
Examines the history, geography, culture, and politics of the Roman Empire; compares the culture to modern times; and offers ideas for relevant craft projects. Original.
Describing everyday life in Ancient Greece, this book looks at the houses and cities, food, costume, schools, leisure activities, war and beliefs. Activities include making a Greek soldier's shield…