Ancient Civilizations category: 343 books

Cleopatra is renowned as one of the most famous female leaders in all of history, but often her importance as the Macedonian dynasty’s last queen is obscured by her reputation for a lavish life and her tumultuous, high-profile romances with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. Countless books, movies,...

Marcus Tullius Cicero, who lived from 106 BCE to 43 BCE, was a man who wore many hats: Roman statesman, lawyer, scholar, and writer. He became the greatest orator in Rome’s history and penned countless books and letters throughout his life, including speeches, lectures, and philosophical and political...

Overal in Europa staan kastelen. Vroeger werden die kastelen bewoond door ridders en jonkvrouwen. Soms maakten de ridders ruzie met elkaar. Dan probeerden ze elkaars kastelen af te pakken en werd er hard gevochten. Spectaculaire verhalen over deze ridders en kastelen die eerder in de succesvolle voorleesboeken...

Het oude Egypte herleeft in de verhalen van Arend van Dam! De mysterieuze cultuur van het oude Egypte spreekt nog altijd tot de verbeelding. Arend van Dam neemt de lezer mee op reis en laat hem kennismaken met de bekende en minder bekende verhalen uit de geschiedenis van Egypte. Wie was bijvoorbeeld...

At the age of 29, a man named Siddhartha left his home near the Himalayan Mountains. Born to a noble family, Siddhartha wanted to leave his luxurious life to better understand suffering and pain. After six years of prayer and fasting, Siddhartha found enlightenment by letting go of the desires that...

Que d’aventures extraordinaires vivent les héros de la mythologie grecque ! Héraclès, Thésée, Œdipe, Jason… Ils franchissent les mers déchaînées, affrontent de terribles monstres, subissent la colère des dieux… et se couvrent de gloire.12 chapitres pour découvrir les secrets...

Que d’aventures extraordinaires vivent les héros de la Guerre de Troie ! Ulysse, Cassandre, Achille… Ils franchissent les mers déchaînées, affrontent de terribles combattants, subissent la colère des dieux… et sont victimes de leur funeste destin.12 chapitres pour découvrir les...

About 92 percent of China's 1.35 billion people come from the same ethnic group, the Han, who have dominated Chinese culture for more than 2,000 years. Nevertheless, China is by no means a homogeneous nation. In fact, China's government officially recognizes 55 ethnic minority groups, and at times...

Life-size (about 5 ft.) mummy is easy and fun to make using simple house items such as newspapers, paper bags, flour, gauze, a balloon, tea, etc.  Clear illustrations, tips and photos. Great for a school project, store window display, Halloween decoration, play or theatre prop.  A project...

Jason was born a prince of the kingdom of Argos. But when Jason was a child, his uncle Pelias stole the throne and sent Jason into hiding. Now a young man, Jason returns to claim his birthright. But Pelias only sneers. He demands that Jason prove himself by retrieving the priceless, magical Golden...

Historical as well as current explanations relative to ghost people and words on accomplishment of the task.Also identification of ghost people from history. Volume 19

Out of the great halls of Asgard, home of the Norse Gods...came one of the greatest Norse legends. Thor, powerful god of thunder, and his brother Loki, the trickster, were eager to resolve an argument: Does strength always win, or do brains always beat brawn? To find an answer, they travel to the...

Have you ever seen the boisterous lion dances or heard the multitude of firecrackers in Chinatown during the Chinese New Year? Did you ever wonder what kind of festivals and holidays the Chinese people celebrate? This book takes a look at the fascinating world of Chinese food and festivals. It introduces...

The creators of Grossology continue the icky, sticky history lesson with this reader about mummies from around the world. With hilarious illustrations and disgusting facts about mummies, this Level 4 reader will keep readers wrapped up for hours!