Presents a humorous account of what it might have been like to live in ancient Egypt in the time of Tutankhamen, providing an introduction to the royal family, and discussing religion, childhood, entertainment, mummification, and the discovery of King Tut's tomb.
Illustrations and easy-to-follow text introduce students to the history, culture, and people of ancient Rome and examine its many contributions to Western society.
Contains an illustrated guide to ancient Egypt, exploring its people, history, society, religion, food, clothing, housing, and beliefs on the afterlife.
In ancient Egypt, Nakht records his experiences as his family moves from the small town of Esna to the big, exciting city of Memphis, where he studies to be a scribe like his father and helps discover who has been robbing graves. Includes information on ancient Egyptian society and religious practices.
Presents a concise study of the Indus River Valley in Pakistan and discusses the early civilizations, their culture and economy, the animals of the region, ancient cities, Aryan life, rulers and empires, and more.
Examines the archaeological excavations of the lost cities of the Indus Valley civilization that flourished in South Asia between 2600 and 1900 BCE as well as their ancient writings, drawings, and artifacts, and discusses their eventual decline.
Provides information about various aspects of life in ancient Egypt including how the Egyptians lived and worked, what they ate, family life, health and medicines, military service, leisure time and entertainment, and much more.
Examines the lives of both the rich and the poor in ancient Greece, and describes how both social and economic classes lived, how they dressed, slavery, and much more.
