The Usborne Internet-linked Encyclopedia of Ancient Egypt

The Usborne Internet-linked Encyclopedia of Ancient Egypt
Author: Gill Harvey
Publisher:
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2004-04-30
Genre: Egypt
ISBN: 9780746061312

This volume traces the history of ancient Egypt, a civilization which lasted over 3000 years. It features photographs of treasures, wall-paintings and mummified bodies, along with reconstructions and cutaways of architecture.

The Usborne Encyclopedia of Ancient Egypt

The Usborne Encyclopedia of Ancient Egypt
Author: Gill Harvey
Publisher: Usborne Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Egypt
ISBN: 9781409532279

This lavishly illustrated encyclopedia describes the remarkable history of Ancient Egypt, from its origins as a group of setttlements along the banks of the Nile, to its transformation into one of the world's earliest and greatest civilizations.

The Usborne Encyclopedia of Ancient Greece

The Usborne Encyclopedia of Ancient Greece
Author: Jane Chisholm (Editor)
Publisher:
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2001
Genre: Greece
ISBN: 9780439322652

Explores the history of the early civilizations of Greece, as well as their architecture, art, poetry, drama, and music.

Encyclopedia of World History

Encyclopedia of World History
Author: Fiona Chandler
Publisher: Usborne Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Chronology, Historical
ISBN: 9780794526887

You will find the history of the world covering the major civilizations, rulers and events. The book paints a vivid picture of everyday life over thousands of years.

Who Built the Pyramids?

Who Built the Pyramids?
Author: Jane Chisholm
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2015-11-01
Genre:
ISBN: 9781409599760

Packed full of fun and facts, accompanied by internet links, about everyday life in ancient Egypt, this book answers questions like what were pyramids for? Why are they so big? How were mummies made? And, why did the Egyptians write on walls?

Encyclopedia of the Ancient World

Encyclopedia of the Ancient World
Author: Shona Grimbly
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2000
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781579582814

This reference tells the stories of the peoples of the ancient past and shows how they laid the foundations of the modern world. Each of the first five chapters looks at the cultures and civilizations that developed in one particular region. The last chapter looks at some general aspects of life in the ancient world, such as agriculture or legal codes, and examines them in different cultures. A time line shows how civilizations in different parts of the world relate to each other in time. Nicely illustrated with many color images. Annotation copyrighted by Book News Inc., Portland, OR

How They Croaked

How They Croaked
Author: Georgia Bragg
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 222
Release: 2023-01-31
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1547614536

This award-winning book for reluctant readers is a fascinating collection of remarkable deaths--and not for the faint of heart. Over the course of history, men and women have lived and died. In fact, getting sick and dying can be a big, ugly mess--especially before the modern medical care that we all enjoy today. From King Tut's ancient autopsy to Albert Einstein's great brain escape, How They Croaked contains all the gory details of the awful ends of nineteen awfully famous people. Don't miss the companion, How They Choked!

Science Encyclopedia

Science Encyclopedia
Author: National Geographic Kids
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2016
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1426325428

Offers an illustrated encyclopedia of general science, with informative and fun facts on a broad array of scientific topics.

First Encyclopedia of Our World

First Encyclopedia of Our World
Author: Felicity Brooks
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2025-01-07
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781835404997

A bright, lively introduction to our world with simple text, amazing photographs and detailed illustrations. Provides simple explanations to questions such as "Why is night dark?" "How do earthquakes happen?" and "What is under the sea?" Includes free downloadable pictures and internet links to carefully selected fun websites.