Cultures of the Past

Cultures of the Past

Specifications

7.63" X 9.75"; 80 pages; Library Binding

Interest/Age Group

Grades 6+

Special Features

Glossary; Bibliography; Index

About the Series
This appealing series presents historically important cultures from the past ranging from the well-known ancient Greeks to the lesser-known Kingdom of Kush. Each title examines both the political and the cultural history of an ancient culture.

Highlights and Features

-	Covers a wide range of cultures
-	Accessible text and attractive photos
-	History, mythology, and culture


	[Elizabethan England] Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People NCSS-CBC , 2000

Cultures of the Past

[Group 6]-"Striking color photos and informative boxed inserts add interest to this series on world history.... Students of world history will find this set useful for basic information and research on each culture. Recommended."
Library Media Connection, April/May 2003

[The Byzantine Empire, The Ottoman Empire]-"Well-researched, useful additions to any collection."
School Library Journal, February 2003

[Series]-"Recommended."
Booklist, January 2003

[Series]-"The Cultures of the Past series is hallmarked by very good writing, colorful graphics, well-chosen pictures, and excellent design work, showing what can be done within the confines of the series format."
Booklist, December 1998

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