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For courses in Ancient History (Ancient Near East - Egypt/Mesopotamia), Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome. This collection of primary sources focusing on the social and cultural history of the Ancient Near East, Greece, and Rome is designed to encourage students to examine issues pertaining to a broad range of themes through the analysis of relevant ancient literary and non-literary texts. Covering a wide variety of social and cultural concerns---ranging from marriage, family, war, and religion, to political culture, slavery, and entertainment---the texts are arranged thematically within a general chronological framework to provide a broad overview of life in the Ancient World. Note: This volume is the companion reader to D. Brendan Nagle'sThe Ancient World: A Social and Cultural History, 7/e.

Copyright: 2008

ISBN: 9780030993268

Features: NIMAC restricted Contains images

World History 1350-1600: Renaissance and Reformation

by National Geographic Learning

Students will explore the Renaissance which began in the 1300s in the wealthy city-states of Italy, where ideas of humanism, rediscovery of classical civilization, and realism led to a revolution in the arts, science, and literature. Then the focus turns to the Reformation where religious reformers such as Martin Luther began challenging many practices of the Catholic Church.

Copyright: 2005

ISBN: 9780792249474

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World History 500 B.C. - A.D. 500: Ancient Rome

by Editors at the National Geographic Society

The book is on the history of Ancient Rome and how from a tiny city-state in central Italy, it grew into one of the largest and most enduring empires.

Copyright: 2005

ISBN: 9780792249436

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World History Ancient Civilizations

by Douglas Carnine Carlos Cortés Kenneth Curtis Anita Robinson

NIMAC-sourced textbook

Copyright: 2006

ISBN: 9780618347919

Features: NIMAC restricted Contains images

World History Part 2: The Renaissance to the Present (Janus World History Ser.janus World History)

by Diane Hart Consultant: Andrew S. Szarka

Featuring skill-sharpening and critical-thinking activities, this easily accessible two-volume world history program helps to reach students of all abilities. Interest Level: 6-12 Reading Level: 3-4 - Reinforces concepts and promotes student participation. -Offers instruction at a pace designed to increase student confidence.

Copyright: 1991

ISBN: 9780822473459

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World History and Geography: Early Civilizations Through the Fall of the Western Roman Empire, 6th Grade, Social Studies Student Book

by Carole Marsh

NIMAC-sourced textbook

Copyright: 2019

ISBN: 9780635131959

Features: NIMAC restricted Contains images

World History and You

by Vivian Bernstein

As you read World History and You, you will learn how people started the first cities and why many early civilizations disappeared. You will learn how wars and inventions have changed the world forever.

Copyright: 1997

ISBN: 9780817263287

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World History for Kids: Powerful Leaders, Mysterious Empires, and Exciting Explorations—from Ancient Egypt to the Americas (500 Facts)

by Brooke Khan

Incredible world history facts for curious kids ages 8 to 12Kids don't need long, boring textbooks to learn about history! Starting in 4000 BCE and finishing in the modern day, World History for Kids helps them explore the past through interesting and memorable facts that they can share with their friends and family.Help kids discover the story of the world with:500 facts—This book teaches kids about many of the incredible things that have happened over the course of history, one informative tidbit at a time.A world of info—Kids will learn about people and places from all over the globe as this book takes them from ancient Mesopotamia to 20th century America.Middle school essentials—This top choice in history books for kids provides a head start on the topics they'll cover in class, plus things they might not learn in school.Bring history to life with the fascinating facts inside World History for Kids.

Copyright: 2021

ISBN: 9781648764387

Features: Contains images