Explores seventy of the most important inventions of the ancient world covering the subject areas of technologies, shelter and subsistence, transportation, hunting, warfare and sport, art and science, and personal adornment.
Investigates pieces of architecture, carvings, and artifacts around the world that the author believes prove the planet has been host to alien life-forms.
"Examines the hunt for ancient treasure troves and hoards, whether they contain gold and jewels, or important artifacts that offer us a window on to the past."--Publisher.
Presents an illustrated look at several lost cities around the world including Ur, Babylon, Troy, Pompeii, Tenochtitlan, and Machu Picchu, and describes their origins, later discovery, and the mysteries surrounding them.
Presents evidence for readers to create their own idea surrounding the myths of such places as Atlantis and Lemuria, discusses how the structures were built and the technologies used by ancient civilizations.
Offers a comprehensive overview of the role food played in the ancient world, discussing the agricultural practices and trade of ancient civilizations, along with the discovery, emergence, usage, and appraisals of various ingredients.
Presents more than two hundred recipes for dishes cooked by ancient civilizations around the world, including the Romans, Mesopotamians, Egyptians, and Greeks, and describes the cooking methods used in ancient times.
