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Some of the world's best-known ancient civilizations are explored in this highly informative set, including Egypt, China, India and the Native American tribes of North America. Examples of each civilization's mythology are outlined, allowing readers to see how each group viewed themselves and the world around them. The text then uses this information to move onto the daily lives of each people, revealing how everyday life was tied to the belief system of the time period.

Some of the world's best-known ancient civilizations are explored in this highly informative set, including Egypt, China, India and the Native American tribes of North America. Examples of each civilization's mythology are outlined, allowing readers to see how each group viewed themselves and the world around them. The text then uses this information to move onto the daily lives of each people, revealing how everyday life was tied to the belief system of the time period.

Details the acts of genocide committed during the Bosnian war and discusses how the country recovered following the conflict. Includes full-color photographs, a glossary, a timeline, and further reading sources.

Author McPherson's up-to-date overview of the Titanic tragedy offers a variety of features that make this entry stand out among the plethora of print and nonprint titles about the Titanic. The volume, organized chronologically, examines the construction of the vessel and transatlantic travel, and follows the events leading up to and after the sinking of the Titanic in 1912. Historical photographs, illustrations, diagrams and sidebars enliven the text, and a variety of primary sources offers both factual information and personal testimony.

Presents popular Native American myths and explores the historical, social, and cultural forces that gave rise to, shaped, and preserved them. Provides additional information on Native American religion, daily life, inventions, military, trade, and arts.

Muhammad Ali faced the obstacles in his life the way he faced his opponents in the ring, brashly and with all the force at his command. In his private life, he was also deeply spiritual, committed to standing up against social injustice, and steadfast in his beliefs.

Join Anna in a travel adventure to the capital of the United States - Washington, DC. Points of interest are described through cheery postcards to friends and family. Historical monuments, famous sights and fascinating facts about destinations are included to learn more about the location.