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- 2005056878 abstract "From the dazzling temples of the Acropolis to the strange and enigmatic glyphs of the Maya, Ancient Civilizations takes readers on a fascinating journey back in time. This richly illustrated book explores the beliefs, rituals, arts and myths of ancient cultures across the world, beginning with the first civilizations of the Fertile Crescent and progressing to the early Middle Ages. Informative, accessible text and gorgeous, detailed photographs of art work and sacred sites give readers real insight into our ancient ancestors' daily lives. Special emphasis is given to symbols, sacred texts, religious ceremonies, gods and goddesses, visions of the cosmos, and sacred sites. If you've ever felt drawn to the magic, legends, and mysteries of the past, this is the perfect book for both reading pleasure and reference.".
- 2005056878 contributor B10168562.
- 2005056878 created "c2005.".
- 2005056878 date "2005".
- 2005056878 date "c2005.".
- 2005056878 dateCopyrighted "c2005.".
- 2005056878 description "From the dazzling temples of the Acropolis to the strange and enigmatic glyphs of the Maya, Ancient Civilizations takes readers on a fascinating journey back in time. This richly illustrated book explores the beliefs, rituals, arts and myths of ancient cultures across the world, beginning with the first civilizations of the Fertile Crescent and progressing to the early Middle Ages. Informative, accessible text and gorgeous, detailed photographs of art work and sacred sites give readers real insight into our ancient ancestors' daily lives. Special emphasis is given to symbols, sacred texts, religious ceremonies, gods and goddesses, visions of the cosmos, and sacred sites. If you've ever felt drawn to the magic, legends, and mysteries of the past, this is the perfect book for both reading pleasure and reference.".
- 2005056878 description "Includes bibliographical references (p. 672-673) and index.".
- 2005056878 extent "688 p. :".
- 2005056878 identifier "1592234895".
- 2005056878 identifier "9781592234899".
- 2005056878 issued "2005".
- 2005056878 issued "c2005.".
- 2005056878 language "eng".
- 2005056878 publisher "San Diego, Calif. : Thunder Bay Press,".
- 2005056878 subject "930 22".
- 2005056878 subject "CB311 .A526 2005".
- 2005056878 subject "Civilization, Ancient.".
- 2005056878 title "Ancient civilizations : the illustrated guide to belief, mythology, and art / general editor, Greg Woolf.".
- 2005056878 type "text".