civilization

A collection of activities designed to teach children ages eight through twelve about life in ancient Greece, presented within the context of a family in Athens whose members are getting ready to celebrate the birthday of the goddess Athena in the summer of 432 B.C.

Surveys the history, culture, politics, and architecture of Florence during the Italian Renaissance.

Investigates the contradictions and tensions that marked social and political thought in America during the 1930s, a decade characterized by a desire to preserve and escape tradition.

A study of American thought and culture in the three decades preceding the Civil War as viewed through the lenses of Christianity, democracy, and capitalism.

Examines the cultural and intellectual life of Americans during the years 1860-1880, looking at the institutions of the day and the spokespeople and key issues of the period.

Presents editorials from the top daily newspapers on issues affecting America's racial, ethnic and cultural minorities.

An analysis of American attitudes and cultural trends during the 1940s.

An analysis of American attitudes toward religion, politics, science, nature, and culture in the early nineteenth century.

Includes insights into the social expression of Native Americans, Africans, and Europeans.