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Explores the history and culture of Ancient Greece. Eye-catching photos, fascinating sidebars, and a "Contributions" special feature that guide's readers through the rise and fall of this great civilization, focusing on the people and accomplishments that made it unique.
2) Ancient Rome
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Rome began as a small village in the Italian peninsula. Over time, the Romans took over a huge area of land. Their empire eventually included much of Europe, northern Africa, and the Middle East. Find out more in Ancient Rome, a title in the Ancient Civilizations series.
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The iconic pyramids and striking hieroglyphics of ancient Egypt are but a limited representation of the resplendent culture that once inhabited the Nile Valley. The ancient Egyptians developed sophisticated societies and belief systems, bestowing the world with plenitudes in the way of intellectual and cultural achievement. The vibrance of the ancient Egyptian life-from the dynasties to the masses-are captured in this volume, which also explores the...
4) Mesopotamia
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Responsible for the first writing system and home to elaborate kingdoms and societies, Mesopotamia has been aptly labeled as the birthplace of the world's first advanced civilizations. Although much remains unknown about the life and structure of Mesopotamia, the writings and artifacts left behind have shed elucidating light on a number of its significant developments and technological advances. This absorbing volume explores Sumer, Babylon, and the...
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Frequently cited as a land that birthed civilization and culture as we know it, the impact of ancient Greece on the world cannot be overstated. Its flourishing city-states laid the creative foundations for much of the literature, drama, art, and architecture we enjoy today, while advances in governance and law have shaped the development of democracy. This lively volume chronicles the major events and achievements of this dynamic society and profiles...
6) Ancient Rome
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Amidst constant warfare and surges of cultural achievement, ancient Rome luxuriated in the splendors of its conquests and the glory of its Empire. Under the powerful direction of such leaders as Julius Caesar and Augustus, Rome secured its legacy as a foundation for much of the modern Western world. This provocative volume examines the many advances in governance, law, and engineering attributed to the Roman Empire as well as the individuals who shaped...
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Life in ancient Egypt centered around the Nile River. Ancient Egyptians used the river's water to drink, grow crops, and travel. Find out more in Ancient Egypt, a title in the Ancient Civilizations series. With vivid images and unique facts, this series explores the history of some of the most fascinating early civilizations of the world.
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