Cultures of the past
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Author
Series
Publisher
Benchmark Books
Pub. Date
1996
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 3
Physical Desc
80 p. : col. ill., map ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces the customs, important events, religions, and famous people of ancient Egypt and includes a timeline of the Egyptian dynasties.
4)
The ancient Romans
Author
Author
Series
Publisher
Benchmark Books
Pub. Date
1997
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 2
Physical Desc
p. cm.
Language
English
Description
Traces the rise and fall of the Persian Empire from its earliest days to the seventh century when it was conquered by the Arabs. The culture, artistic achievements, religion, and legacy of the once mighty empire are discussed.
6) The Incas
Author
Series
Publisher
Benchmark Books
Pub. Date
1998
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 2
Physical Desc
80 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
Examines the history, culture, religion, and social structure of the ancient Incas.
8)
Elizabethan England
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9) Mesopotamia
Author
Series
Publisher
Benchmark Books
Pub. Date
c1999
Physical Desc
80 p. : ill. (some col.), col. map ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the history, social order, customs, religion, and accomplishments of the area known as the "cradle of civilization."
12)
Medieval England
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13)
Venice and its merchant empire
Author
Author
Series
Publisher
Benchmark Books
Pub. Date
c2003
Physical Desc
80 p. : col. ill., col. map ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
Traces the history, society, culture, and lasting influences of the Byzantine Empire, which grew from the decaying Roman empire and ruled from Constantinople from the fourth to the end of the fifteenth century.
15)
The Italian Renaissance
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