civilization

"Twayne's American thought and culture series." Current research on the origins of national thought and culture in the U.S.

Discusses how American character and way of life was shaped in the years between the coming of the Pilgrims and the battle for national independence.

Contains sixty original essays by historians, scholars, critics, writers, and actors, which provide a variety of perspectives on the world, work, and influence of sixteenth-century playwright and poet William Shakespeare.

A guide to ancient Egypt, looking at the history and discovery of the civilization, discussing the role of religion in ancient Egyptian culture, examining various lifestyles and activities, and featuring explorations of pyramids and other tombs, temples, and towns. Includes three-dimensional illustrations.

A rhyming alphabet that names people, places, and things from China's history, culture, and natural world, and provides background information on each one.

The alphabet is presented to the accompaniment of illustrations of persons and places found in the U.S. and events from U.S. history.

Describes the history, government, people, culture, aspects of daily life, and enduring legacy of ancient Rome.