Ancient Cultures

The Olmec people are widely recognized as the first major civilization of Mexico and are thus generally regarded as the mother civilization of Mesoamerica, making them the people from which all subsequent Mesoamerican cultures derived. By and large, the Olmec culture is perhaps best identifiable by their so-called colossal heads, mammoth basalt head-statues wearing helmet-like headdresses found throughout Olmec habitation sites.

This audiobook is about the city which houses the mighty Ziggurat - the Biblical “Ur of the Chaldees” where Abraham was supposedly born. The site near which the earliest human cultures were found. The site which held the most glorious Sumerian Dynasty in ancient history. This is the story of the city that was destined to die and be reborn every millennium or so, a city full of intrigue, magnificence, tragedy, and glory.

Jesus lived in a time of great tension and upheaval. It is estimated there were approximately 700,000 Jews then living in Israel under the Roman occupation. Discover the complexities of life in a tiny Nazereth village. Compelling narrative brings to light the rapidily developing cultures throughout the world. The World Jesus Knew immerses the modern listener in the worldwide drama of the first century and depicts an era of global conquest and domination.

How did the world begin? What did the ancient Greeks know about the very beginning of time? Greek Mythology teaches you how the primordial forces of nature came into being out of Chaos. You'll learn about famous names like Gaia, Erebus, Eros, Nyx, and Tartarus, and you'll meet the Titans, the Olympians, and the heroes.

Im Jahre 1922 entdeckt Howard Carter im Tal der Könige das Grab des Pharaos Tutanchamun. Nach über sechsjähriger Suche, kurz vor der endgültigen Aufgabe seiner Mission, ist er am Ziel. Das, was sich ihm bei der Graböffnung bietet übertrifft alles bisher Dagewesene. Unermessliche Schätze waren der früher üblichen Grabplünderung entgangen und kommen nun ans Tageslicht.

Mummies were forever in the land of Egypt. This audiobook reveals the mystery and magic of mummy making. The Egyptian religion created mummies to insure a rich life after death. But other people in other places have created mummies too-and some still do! Mummies is part of the Ancient Egyptian Mysteries non-fiction series and engages listeners of all ages. Travel to ancient Egypt and explore the facts and mysteries of how the Great Pyramid of Khufu was built...

This is the true story of how Kush (parts of modern Sudan and Ethiopia) founded a dynasty of black Pharaohs. This astonishing civilization south of Egypt developed its own distinctive pyramid and culture and overcame both Egypt and Rome. Ancient propaganda claimed victory over the barbarians of Kush, but the truth cannot be hidden forever!

This mysterious Pharaoh's ideas caused a religious revolution in ancient Egypt, and future kings would try to erase all records of him. Akhenaton's story has only recently been reconstructed. Strange in his art, his beliefs, and even his body, the king who was made to disappear has been found again.

It was a time of great societal unrest that the Great King Hammurabi decided to step forward and craft is Code of Law. His work included hundreds of laws with punishments, and these are considered too advanced thinking for his time. This book will introduce the Code of Law to young listeners.

Do you have Chinese blood in you? Have you ever wondered what ancient China was like and what customs practiced then are still alive today? Take a glimpse into the past through this educational book for children. Learning about past origins will help you get a firmer grasp of the present. It will also lead to a deeper appreciation of your ancestors.

Learn the secrets of the pharaohs and Ancient Egypt! No matter how much you know about modern culture, there's no escaping the fact that ancient myths still impact our world today. Have you ever wondered why ancient Egyptian mythology has stood the test of time? Ancient Egyptian Mythology can give you a better understanding of Egypt and its culture.

If your best friend is named Huckleberry Finn, and there's a girl in your life named Becky Thatcher, a villain named Injun Joe, and you and your friends get into all kinds of mischief and adventures, then you must be that ever-lovin' charmer from Missouri, Tom Sawyer!

Yes, the Ancient Greeks thought of women as second-class citizens, but they also acknowledged the importance of females. You can see a lot of literature pointing to how women were revered in ancient times. Ancient Greece was a society a lot more open-minded, and progressive than any other civilization that flourished at the same time. Would you like to know why? Then, play this audiobook today!

What will your fifth grader take away from learning ancient history? A lot! Learning about ancient history will help your child realize how the world has changed. It will also help your learner understand how the events of the past can be used to predict the future. Learn from the great achievements of previous history makers to avoid committing the same horrific mistakes. Start listening today!

Wie haben die Maya gelebt? Ihre großartigen Paläste, Tempel und Inschriften können uns darauf eine Antwort geben. Doch lange Zeit waren sie im Regenwald verborgen. Bis sich im 19. Jahrhundert neugierige Abenteurer daran machten, ihre Geheimnisse zu lüften. Aber nicht nur darüber erzählt Wigald Boning. Auch über die Entdeckung des Kakaos, der ihm sehr gut schmeckt, und über den großen Herrscher Montezuma und die Nasca-Linien.

Únete a nuestros intrépidos exploradores Otto y Cassandra y Missy, el ave más astuta del universo, y embárcate en una nueva aventura. En esta ocasión, viajaremos en el tiempo hasta el Antiguo Egipto, donde aprenderemos sobre una de las siete maravillas del mundo antiguo: ¡las pirámides! También visitaremos el río Nilo y nos adentraremos en magníficas tumbas llenas de misterios. ¡Mucho cuidado con las momias!

Cast off on a raft with a runaway slave down the great Mississippi and a boy who couldn't dream of a greater adventure. With each bend of the river, each town, comes a chance encounter, perhaps with a king or duke wrapped in the schemes of scoundrels or a young girl caught amidst a family feud. On a journey with a friend dreaming of freedom, it's full of mischief, full of fun, and the adventures of a lifetime.

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the cradle of civilization with this comprehensive Egypt Travel Guide. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of ancient history, vibrant cultures, and awe-inspiring landscapes that define this timeless destination. From the iconic Pyramids of Giza to the bustling streets of Cairo, each chapter unfolds a new facet of Egypt's allure, offering practical insights, cultural nuances, and unparalleled travel experiences.

Die Kultur der Zapoteken lebte und blühte und weckte das Interesse der spanischen Konquistadoren. Als eine der größten mesoamerikanischen Zivilisationen jener Zeit trugen sie dazu bei die Welt, die die Konquistadoren bei ihrer Ankunft vorfanden, zu formen und zu gestalten. In Größe und Komplexität ihrer Gesellschaft nahmen sie es mit ihren Nachbarn, den Maya, auf. Sie waren Erneuerer und Intellektuelle, die eine Gesellschaft schufen, die den Königreichen und Sozialstrukturen der Maya sehr ähnlich war.

Let’s skip the little historical details and focus on the major ones instead. Tackling major milestones will help establish event relationships, so there’s a fluid flow from one event to another. Your fourth grader doesn't have to memorize all the dates, names, and places. Rather, he/she just needs to understand what went wrong and what right. Listen to this book today!