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80 pp.
| Benchmark |
October, 2001 |
LibraryISBN 0-7614-0309-4$$28.50
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4-6Cultures of the Past series.
Offering balanced, thoughtfully interpreted material, the books in this series effectively introduce their subjects. The five divisions--history, cultural history, belief system, beliefs and society, and legacy--allow the authors considerable scope. Reinforcing the text are a number of extensions, including illustrations, color photos of artifacts, a map, time line, and brief samples of literature. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Cultures of the Past titles: Medieval England and The Phoenicians.]