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Ancient worlds travel back in time and discover the first great civilizations
"Ancient Worlds is a tour through history's most influential civilizations between 3000 BCE and 750 CE, capturing moments that reveal the culture and technology that made them great. From Sumer, the world's earliest civilization, to the heyday of the Mayan Empire, the tour crosses eve...
| Main Author: | Willis, Justine (Author) |
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| Corporate Authors: | KJA Artists (Firm) (Illustrator) |
| Other Authors: | Bull, Peter, 1960- (Illustrator), Moumeme, Sofian (Illustrator) |
| Format: | Books Print Book |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
New York, NY :
DK Publishing,
2024.
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| Edition: | First American edition. |
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| Summary: |
"Ancient Worlds is a tour through history's most influential civilizations between 3000 BCE and 750 CE, capturing moments that reveal the culture and technology that made them great. From Sumer, the world's earliest civilization, to the heyday of the Mayan Empire, the tour crosses every continent, taking in developments in urban planning, art and architecture, religion, warfare, trade, and cultural exchange. Discover how deep knowledge of the Sun, sea, and stars enabled ancient seafarers to navigate the Pacific Ocean; witness the highs and lows of a thrilling chariot race in the Roman Empire's greatest hippodrome; and marvel at the military might of the Mauryan Empire and its 9,000 war elephants"--Provided by the publisher. |
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| Item Description: |
Includes index. |
| Physical Description: |
31 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 28 x 36 cm. |
| ISBN: |
9780744092899 0744092892 |
| Author Notes: |
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. https://www.dk.com/ |