John Malam

This revealing book explores the culture and achievements of ancient Rome through the examination of artifacts that have survived through the centuries. Each primary-source artifact offers the reader significant clues to the civilization's technologies, cultural traditions, foods, and conflicts.

Yorkshire is well known for its miners, pudding and cricket, but 'Yorkshire, A Very Peculiar History' scrapes beyond the surface and past the cliches. Featuring a host of characters from Yorkshire past and present, it's not all grit and grime! Tracing Yorkshire's history back through Roman and Viking rule, to the various tribes which populated the area in prehistoric times, this book covers the largest county in England from all angles. Featuring...

Describes the civilization of ancient Egypt, its history, geography, dynasties, daily life, religion, art, and influences on subsequent civilizations.

A biography of the Italian Renaissance artist and inventor who was recognized as one of the cleverest men of his time.

A simple biography of the child prodigy who wrote more than 800 pieces of music before his untimely death at the age of thirty-five.

Briefly examines the life of the renowned Dutch painter and traces the development of his art.

Reveals the inner workings of a typical modern general hospital by exploring the various departments, other key places, the equipment, the employees, and what takes place there.

Presents life in a town in ancient Greece, covering the temple, town square, a family home, an open-air theatre, games, the cemetery, the port, and more.