Civilizations Map by Map From Ancient Empires to Forgotten Cultures

Witness the rise and fall of ancient empires and forgotten cultures--and their epic stories--with this unique map-led history. From Mesopotamia's thriving trade hubs to the spectacular cities of the Inca, such as Machu Picchu, Travel through 6,000 years of history--from the first recorded war between Elam and Sumer, through Alexander the Great's conquests across three continents, to the rapid expansion of the Aztec Empire. Discover the birth of writing, the calendar, coinage, and urban planning, along with the spread of early scientific knowledge, and religious, philosophical, and political ideas. Marvel at colossal Olmec stone heads, the exquisite gold artifacts of ancient Korea's Silla Kingdom, the rock-hewn churches of the Zagwe dynasty, and many more artistic and architectural triumphs. Written and authenticated by a panel of expert historians,

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: DK
• Editore: Dorling Kindersley USA
• Contenuto: Libro
• Forma del prodotto: Copertina rigida
• Data pubblicazione: 11.08.2026
• Categoria: Scienze umane, arte, musica > Storia > Tematiche generali, enciclopedie
• EAN: 9798217139491
• ISBN: 9798217139491
• Numero di pagine: 304
• Serie: DK History Map by Map
• Categorie: Atlas, History, Maps, Mesopotamia, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, Ancient History, Ancient Egypt, Civilization, history books, Mayan history, Aztecs, mayans, ancient civilizations, ancient history books, world history book, ancient civilizations book, map book, books about maps, history atlas, history map, battle maps, history of maps