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Looks at the life of a Scythian woman after she is captured and sold into slavery in Greece in the fifth century B.C.

Describes what life was like in medieval dungeons during the late fifteenth century, as seen through the eyes of the jailer.

This book describes the wearing of makeup and jewelry, from prehistoric times to the twenty-first century, and explains that jewelry revealed the wearer's rank, occupation, or riches.

Explains how people were mummified, what mummies meant to the Egyptian culture, who was mummified, and other related topics.

Text and illustrations explore the history of the world from the Mongol invasions through the voyages of Christopher Columbus.

Describes the history and way of life of the ancient Celts and includes fifteen step-by-step projects designed to help children learn about them.

"You have applied for the job of a samurai. There's a lot to learn if you are going to serve your shogun and follow the code of the warrior. An interview at the end of the book will reveal if you have what it takes to be a samurai"--Back cover.

Text and illustrations describe the building and life surrounding the great mosques of the Islamic world.

Illustrations and text provide information about life in ancient Egypt, covering the pharoahs, family life, the Nile River, arts and crafts, temples and tombs, and more.

A biography of the last Egyptian queen, discusses her intelligence, rituals, and struggles.