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Describes the myths and traditions of the ancient peoples of Mesoamerica including how the ancient Mayas believed that they were formed from the flesh of a god who cut off his fingers. This book features full colour illustrations that show ancient Mesoamerican cities, farming societies, and empires.

The Egyptian civilisation is one of the oldest in human history. This book provides information on how the Ancient Egyptians built magnificent pyramids, developed a system of writing, harnessed the Nile River, and made their own medicine. It features full-colour illustrations of ancient Egyptian life that explain how people really lived long ago.

From the first hunting and gathering societies to the great Nubian kingdoms of Kush, Africa has for centuries been the centre of great cultural activity across its mountains, deserts, and rainforests. This book portrays the major civilisations of the ancient African era using maps, photographs and illustrations.

The ancient Incas developed a government based on the conquest of neighbouring communities, at the same time preserving the local customs and traditions of the cultures that came before. This book features images that portray the land now known as Peru, as well as the astounding people who lived there prior to the arrival of the Spanish.

Ancient China gave the world paper, a counting machine called an abacus, Kung Fu, and many other interesting inventions. This book talks about Chinese society, which is one of the oldest on earth. Its topics include: the Yellow river, Taklamankan desert, and Mount Everest; the construction of the Great Wall; Chinese food; Chinese games; and more.

With a history that stretches back over 8,000 years, ancient Mesopotamia was home to many great cultures and empires. This book teaches children the complex history of the area with illustrative maps and timelines. The topics include the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers; the great cities of Ur and Babylon; the Sumerians, Akkadians, Assyrians; and more.

"First published 1995. Second edition published 2009."

The Israelites offers an accessible, user-friendly introduction which is indispensable to students as a starting point for studying the history, culture and development of the people of Israel.

Beginning as Phoenician settlers in North Africa, the Carthaginians then broadened their civilization with influences from neighbouring North African people, Egypt, and the Greek world. This title reveals this complex, multicultural and innovative people whose achievements left an indelible impact on their Roman conquerors and on history.

Half a million years ago in Ice Age Europe, there emerged people who managed to cope well with the difficult climate, Neanderthal Man. They formed an organized society, hunted Mammoths, and could make fire. Yet, they became extinct, despite their cultural abilities. This book looks at the history, living conditions, and culture of the Neanderthal.

Using a wide range of sources - inscriptions, poetry, histories, and archeological evidence - Robert Hoyland explores the main cultural areas of Arabia, from ancient Sheba in the South, to the deserts and oases of the north.

Covering both the Achaemenid period and the thousand years following Alexander's conquest, this book explores the period from the seventh century BC, to the seventh century AD, and presents an introduction to ancient Persia. It discusses topics such as women, religion, and art and architecture.

The Mycenaean world: the stuff of legends and heroes who conquered Troy and who still stands at the heart of Greek identity today. This clear, detailed study brings their civilisation, culture, and history to life for both students and enthusiasts.

Beginning with an account of Troy's involvement in "The Iliad" and the question of the historicity of the Trojan War, this title reveals how the Hittite texts illuminate this question, which has fascinated scholars and travellers since the Renaissance. It also documents the archaeological watershed discoveries from the Victorian era.

Presents a clear introduction to the origins, history and culture of ancient Egyptian civilization. This book offers a coverage of Egyptian life, with chapters on dynasties and empires, society, daily life, religion, art and architecture, and languages and literature. It also addresses questions dealing with Egypt's relationship with Africa.

This new survey introduces the people and the reality behind the popular myth of Babylon. It explores the social, historical, geographical and cultural context in which this extraordinary civilization flourished for so many centuries.

Provides an introduction to the Vikings that fills a large gap in the coverage offered and includes examination of the Vikings and religion, society, economy, and their expansion overseas. This book presents students with an introduction to this subject.

The Indus River Valley was once home to thriving communities of peoples who worked the land now known as Pakistan. Some of the world's oldest civilisations, including the Harappans and the Maurya and Gupta empires, grew in this fertile region. This book documents the lives of these remarkable people from long ago.