civilization

Surveys classical Rome through the surviving monuments, from the Renaissance to the development of Roman archaeology.

Covers two thousand years of history from the origins of Rome to the downfall of the Byzantine Empire.

Explores all aspects of Roman life from the 8th century B.C. to the 5th century A.D.

Detailed essays, extensive photos, and informative sidebars describe life in ancient Sumer, showing the results of significant archaeological digs; also includes a time line and a bibliography.

Discusses the history, social order, customs, religion, and accomplishments of the area known as the "cradle of civilization.".

Discusses what everyday life was like for the people who lived in ancient Mesopotamia from 3100 B.C. through 612 B.C.

A collection of prose, poetry, and songs from England.

Detailed essays, extensive photos, and informative sidebars describe life in ancient Egypt, focusing on mummies, tombs, the pyramids, Akhenaten, and Tutankhamen, showing the results of significant archaeological digs; also includes a time line and a bibliography.

Examines aspects of the daily life and social history of ancient Mesopotamia, from 3300 to 331 B.C., looking at world events, geography, the arts, communication and exploration, social class and economy, politics, leisure, the family, religion, science, and other topics; and includes biographical profiles, documentary sources, and other references.