Stephen Currie
1) Stonehenge
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Presents information about Stonehenge, including current theories about how it was constructed, its intended purpose, and the culture of the people who erected it, and what is being done to preserve it for future generations.
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This volume traces the development of medieval castles from wooden buildings to massive stone constructions that served as fortresses, social centers, and living quarters for noblemen. The author details the steps to constructing a castle, the from plans to build, through the building process, to ample description of how each one was used in its time, and then to the destruction and current plans for restoration. Photographs, images, and drawings,...
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The ancient Maya were a remarkable Central American people who developed a rich civilization with particular focuses on art, astronomy, and architecture. Through thoughtful narrative supported by fully documented quotes this title begins with A Brief History of the Ancient Maya and then examines these questions: How Did Geography Help Shape Maya Civilization? How Did Religion Affect Maya Art and Science? How Did Trade Unify Maya Culture? and How Did...