civilization, modern

Presents interviews with twenty-nine men and women whose ideas are shaping our future.

The commentators featured in the book examine issues surrounding the causes and consequences of anti-American sentiment in other parts of the world--and even within the US itself.

Maps, illustrations, time lines, essays, articles, and sidebars chronicle major milestones, events, and figures in world history.

Explores Indian achievements in architecture and agriculture and surveys what the Indians gave to the world.

An introduction to the various elements of Renaissance life, including religion, trade, education, food, and clothes.

Auntie Violet, celebrating her one hundredth birthday, reminiscences with her young niece about the wonderful things that have taken place during her lifetime. Includes sidebars that provide decade-by-decade facts about inventions, fashion, history, medicine, entertainment, toys, food, and transportation.

Briefly traces developments in European art, architecture, music, literature, philosophy, science, and exploration between 1300 and 1600.

An introduction to different wonders from ancient to modern times including the Colossus of Rhodes and the internet.