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The modern world still benefits from the inventions of ancient China! Modern paper, compasses, and kites are just a few things this society created. In this book, readers will explore what life was like in ancient China, including how people lived, worked, and ruled. Profiles introduce readers to ancient Chinese gods and leaders, and other special features explore cause and effect, compare two different times and places, and offer a timeline of important events!

"Engaging images accompany information about the ancient Aztecs. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

Esther Friesner's fanbase is growing. Readers who love girl-centric teen fantasy/adventure are happily following her from ancient Greece to ancient Egypt and beyond.Overnight, every aspect of Nefertiti's life has changed. She is no longer living at the royal palace as the intended bride of the crown prince. Instead, she is being chased by the prince's soldiers for a crime she did not commit. Traveling with two of her dearest friends, including the crown prince's brother, Nefertiti takes shelter in the wild hills along the Nile's west bank. But she is determined to plead her case and set things right. As she begins to question long-held sacred beliefs-a questioning that could alter the fabric of Egyptian society-her extraordinary journey from commoner to royalty brings adventure, intrigue, and romance.

In her international bestseller SPQR, Mary Beard told the thousand-year story of ancient Rome, from its slightly shabby Iron Age origins to its reign as the undisputed hegemon of the Mediterranean. Now, drawing on more than thirty years of teaching and writing about Roman history, Beard turns to the emperors who ruled the Roman Empire, beginning with Julius Caesar (assassinated 44 BCE) and taking us through the nearly three centuries-and some thirty emperors-that separate him from the boy-king Alexander Severus (assassinated 235 CE).Yet Emperor of Rome is not your typical chronological account of Roman rulers, one emperor after another: the mad Caligula, the monster Nero, the philosopher Marcus Aurelius. Instead, Beard asks different, often larger and more probing questions: What power did emperors actually have? Was the Roman palace really so bloodstained? What kind of jokes did Augustus tell? And for that matter, what really happened, for example, between the emperor Hadrian and his beloved Antinous? Effortlessly combining the epic with the quotidian, Beard tracks the emperor down at home, at the races, on his travels, even on his way to heaven.Along the way, Beard explores Roman fictions of imperial power, overturning many of the assumptions that we hold as gospel, not the least of them the perception that emperors one and all were orchestrators of extreme brutality and cruelty. Here Beard introduces us to the emperor's wives and lovers, rivals and slaves, court jesters and soldiers, and the ordinary people who pressed begging letters into his hand-whose chamber pot disputes were adjudicated by Augustus, and whose budgets were approved by Vespasian, himself the son of a tax collector.With its finely nuanced portrayal of sex, class, and politics, Emperor of Rome goes directly to the heart of Roman fantasies (and our own) about what it was to be Roman at its richest, most luxurious, most extreme, most powerful, and most deadly, offering an account of Roman history as it has never been presented before.

Author Lauren Hawkeye returns to Ancient Rome in her second erotic romance featuring sexy, fierce gladiators?and the women they love.Lilia is the rarest of commodities?a champion female gladiator. But success has come with a price: shunned by her peers and desired by hateful men like Gaius, the brother of the emperor, Lilia is at the mercy of those around her. Only her heart is impenetrable.After Christus, a warrior with the body of a god, is sold to the ludus that owns Lilia, she finds herself forced to defend her position and to guard her body and heart against the erotic sensations only he can bring. Beneath the tantalizing flesh of the gladiator, Lilia finds a man determined to protect her, to love her.But when Gaius reveals a challenge for the gladiators of Rome?an epic battle to the death?Christus and Lilia must fight to win their freedom, their lives . . . and each other.

In this brilliant follow-up to her Avon debut, Melody Thomas captivates us again with a rich and emotionally satisfying 'marriage of convenience' story that will delight fans of Judith McNaught.Michael Fallon is the third son of a Duke, and when the love of his life was betrothed to his older brother, Michael left England to serve in the military. Now he's a captain stationed in Cairo, and he inadvertently rescues Brianna Donally from the deserts. Michael is the most exciting man Brea has ever known, and the attraction between them is undeniable. A 'modern' woman, she sees nothing wrong in initiating an affair, but when Michael unexpectedly inherits the family dukedom, the 'marriage of convenience' Michael proposes is anything but, and Brianna suddenly finds herself falling in love with a man she vowed never to trust with her heart.

A master storyteller who spins romantic fiction like not other, Johanna Lindsey weaves together endearing characters, enthralling adventure and pulsating passion to create stories that touch the hearts of her readers. Secret FireHe'd caught only a glimpse of her from the window of his carriage, but the young prince knew he had to have her. Within minutes, Lady Katherine St. John was dragged from the London street and carried off to a sumptuous town house -- for the pleasure of her royal admirer...From the tempestuous passion of their first encounter, across stormy seas, to the golden splendor of palaces in Moscow, she was his prisoner -- obsessed with rage toward her captor even as an all-consuming need made her his slave. Yet theirs was a fervor beyond her understanding, carrying them irrevocably toward final surrender to the power of undeniable love.

Step into the ancient world and journey through the annals of history to explore the mighty Assyrian Empire in this captivating narrative. "The Assyrian Empire" offers a comprehensive account of one of the most formidable civilizations of the ancient Near East.From its humble beginnings in the fertile lands of Mesopotamia to its zenith as a dominant force in the ancient world, this book delves into the rise of the Assyrian Empire. Readers will embark on a fascinating exploration of the empire's expansion under powerful rulers such as Tiglath-Pileser III, Sargon II, and Ashurbanipal, whose military prowess and administrative innovations shaped the course of history.Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, "The Assyrian Empire" brings to life the vibrant culture, religious practices, and daily life of the Assyrian people. From the grandeur of their magnificent palaces to the intricacies of their sophisticated art and literature, discover the rich tapestry of this ancient civilization and its enduring impact on subsequent societies.However, beyond its military conquests and architectural marvels, this book also delves into the complexities of Assyrian rule, including its system of governance, treatment of conquered peoples, and eventual decline. By examining the empire's interactions with neighboring civilizations and the challenges it faced from within, readers gain valuable insights into the dynamics of power and the vulnerabilities of even the mightiest empires."The Assyrian Empire" is not just a recounting of events but a vivid portrayal of a civilization that left an indelible mark on the pages of history. Whether you're a seasoned historian, a student of ancient civilizations, or simply a curious reader eager to uncover the mysteries of the past, this book offers a captivating journey into the heart of the Assyrian Empire.

The exquisite niece of Lord Edward and Lady Charlotte Malory, Regina Ashton is outraged over her abduction by the arrogant, devilishly handsome Nicholas Eden?and is determined to make the rogue pay . . . with his heart.A golden-haired seducer, Nicholas has been hardened by a painful secret in his past. And now that he has besmirched Reggie's good name, the hot-tempered lady has vowed to wed him. Her fiery beauty stirs Nicholas as no woman ever has?and the rake arouses Reggie's passion to an unendurable level. Such uncontrolled desires can lead only to dangerous misunderstandings . . . and, perhaps, to a love that can live only once in a lifetime.

Djedefre becomes king, with his brother Hordjedef his principal adviser. Breaking with tradition, the king appoints Rait as his architect, gambling that she will be up to the task of building a pyramid. An earthquake damages the Sphinx, and is seen as an omen of the gods' disfavour, but the king makes a decision that might avert disaster, though many view it as added blasphemy. Concerned for the future, those close to the king plot to remove him.The king's heir is put aside, and a struggle for power breaks out, leading to deadly strife between the brothers Baka and Setka. Death and exile follow, with consequences that threaten Egypt's future.

Ancient Records of Egypt is a historical book that compiles important documents from the earliest times to the Persian Conquest, specifically covering the First to the Seventeenth Dynasties of Egypt. This is a large print edition of the book, which makes it easier for readers with visual impairments to read. The author of the book is James Henry Breasted, an American archaeologist and historian who is known for his extensive research on ancient Egypt. The book contains a wealth of information on the political, social, and cultural history of ancient Egypt, including the reigns of various pharaohs, the construction of monumental structures such as the pyramids, and the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian history and culture, and it is a valuable addition to any library.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The Duke of Jervaulx was brilliant and dangerous. Considered dissolute, reckless, and extravagant, he was transparently referred to as the ′D of J′ in scandal sheets, where he and his various exploits featured with frequency. But sometimes the most womanising rake can be irresistible, and even his most casual attentions fascinated the sheltered Maddy Timms, quiet daughter of a simple mathematician.

Kids have natural religious curiosities! Knowing where something comes from, like the origins of the Bible, matters. Learn all about the who, what, where, when and how of this very special book.

Born to one of Verona's leading families, Catullus spent most of his young adulthood in Rome, mingling with the likes of Caesar and Cicero, and chronicling his life through poetry. Famed for having a lyrical and subversive voice, his poems about friends were jocular and often obscenely funny; those who crossed him found themselves skewered in raunchy verse, sudden objects of hilarity and ridicule.These bawdy poems were disseminated widely throughout Rome. Many of his poems recall his secret affair with the seductive Clodia, an older woman who would eventually be plunged into scandal following the suspicious death of her aristocratic husband.While Catullus and Clodia made love in the shadows, the whole of Italy was quaking as Caesar, Pompey, and Crassus forged a doomed alliance for power. During these tumultuous years, Catullus turned to darker subject matter, finally composing his greatest work of all: the ?bedspread poem,? which set themes of love and war against the backdrop of the myth of the Ages, which would achieve immortality and make Catullus a legend.

National BestsellerNew York Times Editors' Choice Winner of the PEN Hessell Tiltman Prize Winner of the Duff Cooper PrizeSilver Medalist for the Arthur Ross Book Award of the Council on Foreign RelationsFinalist for the Robert F. Kennedy Book AwardFor six months in 1919, after the end of "the war to end all wars,” the Big Three—President Woodrow Wilson, British prime minister David Lloyd George, and French premier Georges Clemenceau—met in Paris to shape a lasting peace. In this landmark work of narrative history, Margaret MacMillan gives a dramatic and intimate view of those fateful days, which saw new political entities—Iraq, Yugoslavia, and Palestine, among them—born out of the ruins of bankrupt empires, and the borders of the modern world redrawn.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

The text of the saga itself forms the second part of the first manuscript, along with notes giving further information about how this version of the saga is presented and about elements within the story that might not be familiar to modern readers.The third section of the first manuscript deals with representations of ancient norse cultures in modern popular media.The second manuscript in this book presents three viking sagas. Two are legendary sagas, while the third is historical. You will learn about the following:The impact of the ice age on norse landformsHow the stone age and bronze age influenced the vikingsThe first known viking raidRagnar and other famous vikingsIvan the boneless and the blood eagleThe great heathen army and its famous battlesThe viking legal system and the daily life of the scandinavian peopleA formidable viking warrior, erik's destiny takes an unexpected turn when a raging storm leaves him shipwrecked on the shores of medieval japan. Taking refuge with a local samurai clan, erik finds his battle-hardened talents lend themselves remarkably well to the way of the sword. However, his growing fondness for the exotic culture kindles an identity crisis, especially when it comes to the lovely aiko and her intoxicating world of beauty and ritual.

As germanic tribes clashed and reconciled, a rich and detailed realm of the gods was created through the melding and exchanging of stories and characters that reflected the complicated historical events around them.The clash of the vanir and the aesir, or the old and new gods, is thought to be indicative of a real conflict between two tribes that later found a way to coexist.Through developing an understanding of the stories that remain, you will learn about the intricacies of ancient nordic culture. Inside you will read about...The creation in norse mythologyThe nine worldsmajor gods and goddessesValhallaRagnarokThe sagasThe influence of norse mythology on our lives todayUncover the timeless wisdom, heroic quests, and enigmatic tales that have shaped our collective imagination and continue to inspire modern literature, art, and entertainment. Richly researched and masterfully presented, this immersive guide invites you to experience the wonders of norse mythology like never before.

Greek philosopher and Plato disciple Aristotle (384-322 BCE) radically altered the direction of Western philosophy. He is remembered as one of the greatest philosophers in history. The Roman statesman and philosopher Cicero once referred to his writing style as "a river of gold," and because of the breadth of his ideas and their subsequent impact on the study of science, logic, philosophical argument, and theology, many people have come to refer to him as "The Philosopher."

"How Rome Became Christian: A Guide To Christianity in the Roman Empire" is an informative historical book that explains the spread of Christianity in the Roman Empire.The book covers topics that explain the details of the development of Christianity in ancient Rome. Christianity developed into a powerful force that changed the religious landscape and profoundly impacted the development of Western history. People looking for spiritual fulfillment outside of the boundaries of conventional Roman religions found resonance in the teachings of Jesus Christ and the apostles, who placed a strong emphasis on love, compassion, and salvation.The book covers a variety of topics explaining in detail how Romans became Christians. Here is a Glimpse of a few topics: 1: Overview of the Roman Empire2: Historical Context of Religious Diversity3: Roman Pantheon and Cults4: Judaism in the Roman World5: Formation of Christian Communities7: Spread of Christianity in the Roman Empire These are just a few interesting topics in the book, this guide on How Christianity Spread in the Roman Empire can be a useful informative book in your collection.