Books in Early Civilizations series

Roman law, society, warfare, engineering, and art are explored. Also, in words and pictures, are sketches of the Caesars, the senators, and the generals, but also the merchants, craftsmen, and ordinary people. Full color.

Traces key points in ancient Rome civilization, including the legend of Romulus and Remus, and the fall of Rome. Includes timeline.

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Can you imagine running a country...when you were 9 years old? In 1318 BC, Tutankhamun became the king of Egypt at the ripe old age of nine! The marvels of the world's greatest civilizations are revealed with fascinating stories, beautiful photographs and compelling graphics.

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Covert, Kim

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Traces the key points in ancient Chinese civilization, including the discovery of silk and the construction of the Great Wall of China. Includes timeline.

Offers an examination of the Viking era, using research done on salvaging ships, excavating burial mounds, and mixing 20th-century technology with 10th-century finds

Traces the key points in ancient Egyptian civilization, including the invention of hieroglyphics and the building of pyramids. Includes timeline.

Recounts the eruption of Mount Vesuvius, which buried the city of Pompeii under volcanic ash, describes what daily life was like in the city, and discusses the excavation of the archaeological site

Traces key points in ancient Rome civilization, including the legend of Romulus and Remus, and the fall of Rome. Includes timeline.