excavations (archeology)

"Examines 12 of the most engaging ancient mysteries. Each spread provides information about a mystery and its ancient and recent discoveries paired with interesting sidebars and questions to consider"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the Indus Valley that was the site of an ancient civilization from 2600 to 1900 B.C.E. Examines the archaeological evidence that offers clues to the architecture, art, and life of this civilization.

Provides a brief history of the ancient Egyptian civilization and discusses the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb.

This book, in graphic novel format, describes the excavation of Hissarlik in a search for Troy, the discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb, and the discovery of Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi's terra-cotta army.

Tells the story of the Egypt's Valley of the Golden Mummies which was discovered in 1996.

Describes mysterious and unsolved archaeological sites and artifacts from around the world.

Explores the personal life and career achievements of Heinrich Schliemann, a driven and sometimes dishonest archeologist who attempted to discover the lost city of Troy.

"Presents an investigation into the wreck of the Henrietta Marie and how it reflects the tragic history of slavery in England, West Africa, the Caribbean and America."--OCLC.

This book explores what it was like when Vesuvius exploded.

Explores how the science of archaeology allows us to look back in time, answering such questions as how people lived in ancient times and what they looked like.