Dk Eyewitness Books Ancient Civilizations

Author : George Hart
Publisher : DK Children
ISBN 13 : 9781465420909
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.08/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ancient Egypt written by George Hart and published by DK Children. This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Eyewitness: Ancient Egypt, travel back in time and discover one of history's most remarkable civilizations -- from the legends of the great Pharaohs to the triumphs of the ordinary people. Explore the inside of the Great Pyramid in Giza, or learn how Tutankhamun's tomb was found. Images and supported text throughout the book showcase the pottery, weapons and other objects Ancient Egyptians left behind, the architecture they created, the food they ate, their system of Hieroglyphic writing, and more, giving an eyewitness account of this incredible empire. For over 25 years, DK's Eyewitness books have been the most trusted nonfiction series in classrooms, libraries, and homes around the world. In summer 2014 this award-winning series will get a fresh new look both inside and out. The introduction of paperback editions, eye-catching jackets, and updated interiors ensure that the Eyewitness series will continue to be relevant in the ever-changing world of education and remain the go-to source for homework help, research projects, reluctant readers, ESL students, and, as always, to satisfy the minds of curious kids. Supports the Common Core State Standards.

Author : Simon James
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781685056476
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.74/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ancient Rome written by Simon James and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Step into the world of ancient Rome and meet its emperors, gods, soldiers, and gladiators. Who were Rome's most famous emperors? What was everyday life like for a soldier in the Roman army? How did the citizens of ancient Rome live? Did gladiators really fight to the death in the mighty Colosseum? Find out the answers to all these questions, and many more, in Eyewitness Ancient Rome. Photographs of real artefacts and detailed illustrations will help you to understand what it was like to live in this mighty civilization, as it changed from a small city-state ruled by kings to one of the most powerful empires in history. Find out, too, what a typical Roman house was like and what food Romans ate. Learn about how people spent their free time, whether paying a visit to the theatre, using the public bath, or watching gladiators fight a gruesome battle to the death in the world-famous Colosseum. Part of the best-selling DK Eyewitness series, which is now getting an exciting makeover, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness feature - fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field"--Publisher's description.

Author : Dorling Kindersley Publishing
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 74 pages
Book Rating : 4.48/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Visual Dictionary of Ancient Civilizations written by Dorling Kindersley Publishing and published by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). This book was released on 1994 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Text, exploded view photographs, and labels reveal everyday objects and their parts, including the telephone, camera, and bicycle.

Author : Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780241187753
Total Pages : 72 pages
Book Rating : 4.53/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ancient Rome written by Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff and published by . This book was released on 2015-05-27 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A spectacular and engaging non-fiction Eyewitness guide to one of history's greatest civilizations, Ancient Rome How did the Roman's shape our world? What was life like for the average Roman? Find out in Eyewitness Ancient Rome and discover all about Roman's and their civilization. From powerful senators and emperors to the Roman's ancient gods, you'll have a spectacular view into one of history's most fascinating civilisations. Eyewitness reference books are now more interactive and colourful, with new infographics, statistics, facts and timelines, plus a giant pull-out wall chart; you'll be an expert on Ancient Rome in no time. Great for projects or just for fun, learn everything you need to know about the Roman's with Eyewitness.

Author : Joseph Fullman
Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 1465408878
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.77/5 ( download)

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Download or read book DK Eyewitness Books: Ancient Civilizations written by Joseph Fullman and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2013-07-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the intriguing world of pharaohs in Ancient Egypt, to the arts of Greece and Rome, to the amazing culture of the Mayans, Eyewitness: Ancient Civilizations looks at the world's most intriguing societies and the legacies they left behind. This comprehensive guide introduces young readers to some of the most fascinating ancient civilizations in the world's history. Eyewitness Books provide an in-depth, comprehensive look at their subjects with a unique integration of words and pictures.

Author : DK
Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 0744034485
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.86/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Eyewitness Workbooks Ancient Egypt written by DK and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2020-06-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Popular history, science, and geography topics brought out of the classroom and into your home with fast facts, activities, and quizzes. Some subjects are too interesting to be left at school! Carry on your love of history at home with Ancient Egypt--an activity-packed guide to one of history's most fascinating civilizations. Divided into sections, the book starts with fast facts on topics such as the pharaohs, the afterlife, religion, and the pyramids and ends with charts of famous Egyptian gods and rulers. Using this information, you can complete the puzzles in the main part of the book, plus there are hands-on activities such as designing a mummy's case and writing in hieroglyphs. Finally, test your newfound knowledge with the quick quizzes (with answers supplied). You can keep track of your achievements throughout with a star chart to fill in every time you finish a page. Note to parents: The Eyewitness Workbooks series is devised and written with the expert advice of educational and reading consultants and is designed to appeal to children ages 8 years and up. First published in 2007-2009, this series has been fully revised and updated for 2020.

Author : Nick Merriman
Publisher : Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN 13 : 9780394922577
Total Pages : 63 pages
Book Rating : 4.73/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Early Humans written by Nick Merriman and published by Knopf Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 1989 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Text and photographs present a description of early humans: their origins; their tools and weapons; how they hunted and foraged for food; and the role of family life, money, religion, and magic.

Author : Philip Steele
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN 13 : 9780756629717
Total Pages : 72 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Eyewitness Mesopotamia written by Philip Steele and published by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). This book was released on 2007 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The world's most trusted nonfiction series is now available with a CD of clipart included in the hardcover edition that compliments a fact-filled title full of spectacular photographs and illustrations.

Author : Arthur Cotterell
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN 13 : 9780756613914
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.14/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ancient China written by Arthur Cotterell and published by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Illus. with full-color photos. From the earliest dynasty to the last emperor, watch 3,000 years of splendor come alive in this colorful chronicle of the civilization that's given us everything from gunpowder to dim sum.

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0756672430
Total Pages : 514 pages
Book Rating : 4.30/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Eyewitness Companions: World History written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-01-18 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The full story of human endeavor - complete with its dramas, wars, schemes, discoveries, and personalities - is laid out before you in this illustrated guide to the history of our world. Who were the Mongols, the Maya, or Isis? How far did the Roman or the British empire stretch? Why did apartheid or Communism begin, and what were the issues in the Vietnam War? Eyewitness Companion: World History is your convenient reference, answering all your questions. But it also tells you why events happen and explain key issues. Its timelines trace events as they happen, from the appearance of the first humans in Africa to first civilizations and then on to recent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and the space race. It succinctly explains how one event led to another and sums up topics that include ancient Egypt, the Romans, the Renaissance, World Wars I and II, slavery and empire, and Communist China. Dotted throughout this comprehensive volume are sumptuous images that reveal historical world treasures, such as the 16,000-year old cave paintings at Lascaux, Machu Picchu, and the Taj Mahal. With wide coverage of the world's civilizations, events, ideas, and discoveries, Eyewitness Companion: World History is both an essential reference and a fascinating read.