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  • A Shakespearean Theater

    Jacqueline Morley

    Hardcover (Brighter Child, June 2, 2003)
    The Magnifications series offers children the thrill of examining past civilizations through the eyes of an archaeologist. Gorgeous, full-color panoramas of ancient landmarks are magnified with inset illustrations revealing fascinating details. A valuable research tool, these books are also helpful as travel guides and for simple browsing. Supplements school curriculum in language arts and history.
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  • The Temple at Jerusalem

    Jacqueline Morley, John James

    Hardcover (Brighter Child, July 6, 2001)
    In ancient Jerusalem a magnificent Temple was built. It housed the Covenant of the Ark and the Ten Commandments received by Moses.Find out how the Temple was destroyed and rebuilt hundreds of years later.See the influences of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations.Watch as the history of this holy site unfolds.
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  • An Ancient Greek Temple

    John Malam, Mark Bergin

    Hardcover (Brighter Child, Feb. 9, 2001)
    The ancient Greeks built magnificent temples in which to worship their gods. The skill of their architects, builders, stonemasons and craftsmen is legendary.Find out how a temple was planned and designed.See how the huge ornate columns and carvings are created.Watch as priests and Greek citizens celebrate religious festivals.
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  • A Roman Fort

    Stephen Johnson, Mark Bergin

    Hardcover (Brighter Child, Feb. 9, 2001)
    The Roman army’s astonishing conquests would have been impossible without a full time, professional fighting force. While on duty, Roman soldier built and lived in permanent forts all over the Empire.Find out how a fort was planned.See what life was really like for a soldier in the roman army.Watch as the fort’s defenses are built.
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  • A Medieval Castle

    Mark Bergin

    Hardcover (Brighter Child, June 2, 2003)
    The Magnifications series offers children the thrill of examining past civilizations through the eyes of an archaeologist. Gorgeous, full-color panoramas of ancient landmarks are magnified with inset illustrations revealing fascinating details. A valuable research tool, these books are also helpful as travel guides and for simple browsing. Supplements school curriculum in language arts and history.
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  • The Living Tomb

    Jacqueline Morley, Nick Hewetson

    Hardcover (Brighter Child, Feb. 9, 2001)
    This book offers children the thrill of examining a past civilization through the eyes of an archaeologist. Gorgeous, full-color panoramas of ancient landmarks are magnified with inset illustrations to reveal fascinating details. Readers uncover another layer of knowledge with each new page, including an up-close view of the lives of the people who built the structure, from peasant workers to all-powerful rulers. Clear, concise text enhances the artwork, providing the inside story on the construction of this key tomb, traditional uses of each room or section, and the status and use of the structure up to the present day.
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  • An Ancient Greek Temple

    John Malam, Mark Bergin

    Hardcover (Brighter Child, Feb. 23, 2001)
    The ancient Greeks built magnificent temples in which to worship their gods. The skill of their architects, builders, stonemasons and craftsmen is legendary.Find out how a temple was planned and designed.See how the huge ornate columns and carvings are created.Watch as priests and Greek citizens celebrate religious festivals.
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