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  • Cleopatra's Needles

    The Lost Obelisks of Egypt

    by Dr Bob Brier ...
    Series series Bloomsbury Egyptology
    In the half-century between 1831 and 1881 three massive obelisks left Egypt for new lands. Prior to these journeys, the last large obelisk moved was the Vatican obelisk in 1586 – one of the great engineering achievements of the Renaissance. Roman emperors moved more than a dozen, but left no records of how they did it. The nineteenth-century engineers entrusted with transporting the obelisks ... Read more

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  • The Life and Times of Akhnaton (Illustrated Edition)

    by Arthur Weigall ...
    Akhnaton (also known as Akhenaten) ruled as Pharoah of Egypt during the 18th Dynasty, from 1353 1336 B.C. During his reign, Akhnaton attempted to institute a monotheistic religion, the worship of Aten. This religion would dissipate after his death, as Egypt returned to its traditional polytheistic worship. He is also noteworthy because of his marriage to Queen Nefertiti. This edition contains ... Read more

    $1.99 USD

  • The Floating Stones of Egypt

    by James V. Barr ...
    People have been speculating for centuries about how the ancient Egyptians built the Great Pyramids. Few people have paid attention to Herodotus and his writings about Egypts intricate canal system, but historian James V. Barr believes these played a critical role in pyramid construction. Relying on years of research, he presents the lock and canal system of construction. Barr also examines other ... Read more

    $8.69 USD

  • Exploring The Great Pyramid of Giza : One of the Seven Wonders of the World - History Kids Books | Children's Ancient History

    by Baby Professor ...
    It’s amazing to see wonders that are natural and man-made. It’s thrilling to know that these wonders exist in our world. How would you feel if you were given the chance to explore the Great Pyramid of Giza? We created a book so that you can experience the Great Pyramid but without having to fly to Egypt. Enjoy! ... Read more

    $3.99 USD

  • Minnesota Open House

    A Guide to Historic House Museums

    by Krista Finstad Hanson ...
    Duluth's majestic Glensheen Mansion, featuring thirty-nine ornate rooms and expansive landscaped grounds. Minneapolis's stunning Purcell-Cutts House, a showplace of finely crafted woodwork of Prairie School design. Stevens County's Trantow Log Cabin, built in the German style with dovetailed log corners. Minnesota has a remarkable array of house museums, each with its own unique history and ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • The Famous Temples of a Remarkable Civilization - Ancient Egypt History Books for 4th Grade | Children's Ancient History

    by Baby Professor ...
    Temples were important structures in any civilization and the ancient Egyptians were of no exception. How the temples were created, when they were created and who wanted them created hold important clues on the belief systems and religion dominated during that time. In this book, we'll be visiting the famous temples of Ancient Egypt. Grab a copy today! ... Read more

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  • A Research Guide to the Ancient World

    Print and Electronic Sources

    by John M. Weeks, Jason de Medeiros ...
    The archaeological study of the ancient world has become increasingly popular in recent years. A Research Guide to the Ancient World: Print and Electronic Sources, is a partially annotated bibliography. The study of the ancient world is usually, although not exclusively, considered a branch of the humanities, including archaeology, art history, languages, literature, philosophy, and related ... Read more

    $186.99 USD

  • Scottish Cathedrals and Abbeys

    Enriched edition. Exploring Scotland's Architectural Treasures

    by Dugald Butler, Quentin Walton ...
    In "Scottish Cathedrals and Abbeys," Dugald Butler presents a profound exploration of the architectural and historical significance of Scotland's religious edifices. This meticulously researched work merges detailed architectural analysis with rich historical narratives, offering readers a vibrant portrait of the cathedrals and abbeys that have shaped Scotland's religious landscape. Butler's ... Read more

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  • Roman Architecture in Provence

    by James C. Anderson, jr. ...
    This book provides a survey of the architecture and urbanism of Provence during the Roman era. Provence, or 'Gallia Narbonensis' as the Romans called it, was one of the earliest Roman colonies in Western Europe. In this book, James C. Anderson, jr. examines the layout and planning of towns in the region, both those founded by the Romans and those redeveloped from native settlements. He provides an ... Read more

    $109.09 USD

  • Impressions of a Decorator in Rome, Illustrated

    by Frederic Crowninshield ...
    Noted painter, writer and artist Frederic Crowninshield takes us on a decorator's tour of Rome in the 1890's. ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • Classical Art

    A Life History from Antiquity to the Present

    by Caroline Vout ...
    How did the statues of ancient Greece wind up dictating art history in the West? How did the material culture of the Greeks and Romans come to be seen as "classical" and as "art"? What does "classical art" mean across time and place? In this ambitious, richly illustrated book, art historian and classicist Caroline Vout provides an original history of how classical art has been continuously ... Read more

    $35.99 USD

  • Greek Sanctuaries and Temple Architecture

    An Introduction

    by Mary Emerson ...
    Assuming no prior knowledge, this book introduces the reader to a selection of sites and temples, exploring them in detail and explaining all technical terms along the way. Intended for college-level students and the interested general reader, this book aims to equip the student of Greek architecture for further study, and can also serve as a handbook for visitors to the sanctuaries.The book ... Read more

    $23.99 USD