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  • Life in Elizabethan London: Elizabethan England

    Gail Stewart

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Dec. 1, 2002)
    Looks at the daily life of those living in London, England, during the reign of Elizabeth I, including a glimpse of what a first-time visitor might have noticed.
    X

  • Shinto, Spirits, and Shrines: Religion in Japan

    Suzanne Sonnier

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Dec. 10, 2007)
    Discusses the history of the Shinto religion in Japan, describing its origins, basic beliefs, rituals and festivals, and how it is practiced today.
    Z

  • Peoples and Empires of Ancient Mesopotamia

    Don Nardo

    Hardcover (Lucent, Sept. 5, 2008)
    Describes ancient Mesopotamian society and politics, discussing farm and urban life, early writing, and the successive Babylonian, Assyrian, and Persian empires of the region.

  • The March from Selma to Montgomery

    Michael V. Uschan

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, June 13, 2011)
    These books examine a significant event or time period in African American history; every effort is made to place the topic in context, so readers will understand the connection between black history and the broad sweep of America's story.; ; Each chapter contains sidebars that highlight relevant personalities and events. Numerous photos and illustrations help illuminate and support the text. Complete documentation of all quotes and annotated bibliographies enhance the value of these books as
    Z+

  • Science, Technology, And Warfare of Ancient Mesopotamia

    Don Nardo

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Oct. 9, 2008)
    Describes the technological and cultural advances of the people of ancient Mesopotamia, including archaeological discoveries in the fields of medicine, architecture, commerce, and warfare.
    Z

  • Cleopatra: Egypt's Last Pharaoh

    Don Nardo

    Hardcover (Lucent, May 25, 2005)
    In this new biography by a noted classical historian, the life of the famous Egyptian queen is told in stunning detail. In addition to her relationships with the famous Roman generals Julius Caesar and Mark Antony, the book includes some fascinating facts about Cleopatra's domestic achievements and personal life never before published in the young adult market.
    Y

  • The Industrial Revolution in the United States

    Don Nardo

    Hardcover (Lucent, June 5, 2009)
    Describes the history of the Industrial Revolution and how technological advances including the cotton mill, assembly line manufacturing, and industrialized warfare affected and molded the development of the United States.
    X

  • Lucent Library of Historical Eras - Arts, Leisure and Entertainment: Life of the Ancient Romans

    Don Nardo

    Hardcover (Lucent Books, Aug. 22, 2003)
    The Romans enjoyed a wide variety of entertainments and leisure activities. In eye-opening detail, this volume examines the Romans at rest and play, as they attend the public baths; throw dinner parties for friends and clients; stage plays, mimes, and musical recitations; write and read diverse kinds of literature; play ball and board games; hunt, fish, and climb mountains; and crowd race tracks and stadiums to watch gladiatorial fights, wild beast shows, and chariot races.
    Q

  • Unholy Crusade

    William Lace

    Hardcover (Lucent, Sept. 8, 2006)
    Discusses the reasons behind the first three Crusades and their failure, and describes how the fourth Crusade was begun, the troubles plaguing the war, and the consequences of the brutal conquering of Constantinople.
    Y

  • Arts and Literature in Ancient Mesopotamia

    Don Nardo

    Hardcover (Lucent, Sept. 5, 2008)
    Introduces the cultural activities of ancient Mesopotamia, discussing art, language, metalwork, sculpture, cuneiform writing, mapmaking, epic poetry, and sacred literature.

  • The 1960's: War Within a War, Vietnam and the Cold War

    Laurel Corona

    Library Binding (Lucent, Jan. 16, 2004)
    Presents a detailed history of Vietnam, through the years of French occupation and defeat, the subsequent conflict with the United States, and the final reunification of North and South under the Communists.

  • The Industrial Revolution in Britain

    Don Nardo

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, June 5, 2009)
    Describes the IndustrialRevolution and how technological advances including refining iron, steam power, and naval engineering affected and helped develop Great Britain's modern history.
    S