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This book describes the remarkable lives of the ancient Greeks. Explore a world of brain philosophers and fearless soldiers, of mythical monsters and dramatic battles. Find out why the Greek warships were the envy of the ancient world and how the world’s first democracy developed. Stunning photos and detailed reconstructions paint a vivid picture of ancient Greece, from the little details of daily life to the grandeur and danger of war. It provides information on the culture and history of ancient Greece from Minoan times to the coming of the Romans.
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Contents : internet links; discovering ancient egypt; treasure trove; records and conservation; Egyptology today; map of ancient Egypt; History - early egypt; the old kingdom; times of change; the growth of empires; the queen who became king; religious revolution; the times of Tutankhamun; Ramesses II; the new kingdom ends; a melting pot; the last kings; the last queen; Royalty and Religion - the role of king; government and power; fighting forces; trade and diplomacy; the egyptian religion; more about myths; temple life; buildings fit for gods; the great cult temples; religion in daily life; death and the afterlife; embalming and mummies; coffins and tombs; the pyramids of Giza; buried in the rocks; mortuary temples; a royal barque; Everday life - houses and homes; women and family life; the farming life; skilled craftsmen; jobs for all; the educated few; writing of the godds; feasting and fun; all dressed up; travel and transport; medicine and magic; beauty care; Factfinder - time chart; kings and dynasties; who’s who; gods and goddesses; the history of Egyptology; Egyptian collections; glossary; index; acknowledgements;
