Illustrations and simple text describe how the pyramids were built and the significance of the treasures found in the tombs in ancient Egypt's Valley of the Kings.
Describes various aspects of life in ancient Egypt and provides instructions for creating hieroglyphic messages, mummy cases, reed boats, board games, pharaoh's jewels, and more.
An introduction to various elements of ancient Greek civilization including gods and goddesses, clothing, food, town and country life, art and theater, and the Olympic games.
Alternates between discussion of Greek mythology and sections on aspects of Greek civilization--including religion, warfare, everyday life, and clothing.
Alternates discussion of Egyptian mythology with sections on aspects of Egyptian civilization--including burial ceremonies, life on the Nile, food, and the role of animals.
Describes ancient Mesopotamia, now located in present-day Iraq, and traces its history, technological innovations, people, and culture from 10,000 to 539 B.C.
A tour of ancient Egypt, examining how the people lived, worked, and relaxed, including their clothing, food and drink, shopping, games, religion, laws, medicine, and more.