(3) 4-6 Cultures of the Past series. These series books are sure to draw report writers and history buffs alike: they provide in-depth overviews of the history, religion, and culture of, respectively, Victorian England and Renaissance Italy. Copiously illustrated with period reproductions and modern-day photos, these books focus on the literary and artistic achievements of the eras. A timeline and a list of relevant websites are appended. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Cultures of the Past titles: Victorian England and The Italian Renaissance.]

Reviewer: Jeannine M. Chapman

(3) 4-6 Cultures of the Past series. This in-depth overview of the history, religion, and culture of Byzantium is sure to attract report writers and history buffs alike. Copiously illustrated with period reproductions as well as modern-day photos, this book provides a well-rounded history of the Byzantines. A timeline and list of websites for further information is appended. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Jeannine M. Chapman

(3) 4-6 Cultures of the Past series. This in-depth overview of the history, religion, and culture of the Ottoman Empire is amply illustrated with period reproductions as well as modern-day photos. This book provides a well-rounded history of the Ottoman Turks, from their conquest of the Byzantines to the empire's final fall during World War I. A timeline and list of websites is appended. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Jeannine M. Chapman

(3) 4-6 Cultures of the Past series. These series books are sure to draw report writers and history buffs alike: they provide in-depth overviews of the history, religion, and culture of, respectively, Victorian England and Renaissance Italy. Copiously illustrated with period reproductions and modern-day photos, these books focus on the literary and artistic achievements of the eras. A timeline and a list of relevant websites are appended. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Cultures of the Past titles: Victorian England and The Italian Renaissance.]

Reviewer: Jeannine M. Chapman

(3) 4-6 Cultures of the Past series. Offering balanced, thoughtfully interpreted material, this book effectively introduces the republic of Venice. The five divisions--history, cultural history, belief system, beliefs and society, and legacy--allow the author considerable scope. Reinforcing the text are illustrations (generally period art), a map, a time line, and brief samples of literature. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(3) 4-6 Cultures 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.]

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(3) 4-6 Cultures 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.]

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(3) 4-6 Cultures of the Past series. Offering balanced, thoughtfully interpreted material, this book effectively introduces Japan's early culture. The five sections allow considerable scope, from Samurai culture to its influence on modern business practices. Reinforcing the text are a number of extensions, including illustrations (generally period art), a map, a time line, and brief samples of literature. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(3) 4-6 Cultures of the Past series. The opening chapter of each volume presents a compact survey of the historical era. Succeeding chapters deal with cultural achievements of the times, such as theater and literature, and the role of religion in society. A summation explains the legacy of the Elizabethan and historical Spanish eras on modern life. The writing is tight; the accompanying historical reproductions serve the texts well. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(3) 4-6 Cultures of the Past series. These tightly focused books provide historical overviews of each ancient society and discuss their religious beliefs and cultural achievements. Excerpts from sacred books, charts comparing the childhood experiences for boys and girls living in those eras, and plentiful color reproductions enhance reader interest. Each volume concludes with a chapter exploring the enduring legacies of the cultures. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(3) 4-6 Cultures of the Past series. The opening chapter of each volume presents a compact survey of the historical era. Succeeding chapters deal with cultural achievements of the times, such as theater and literature, and the role of religion in society. A summation explains the legacy of the Elizabethan and historical Spanish eras on modern life. The writing is tight; the accompanying historical reproductions serve the texts well. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(3) 4-6 Cultures of the Past series. These tightly focused books provide historical overviews of each ancient society and discuss their religious beliefs and cultural achievements. Excerpts from sacred books, charts comparing the childhood experiences for boys and girls living in those eras, and plentiful color reproductions enhance reader interest. Each volume concludes with a chapter exploring the enduring legacies of the cultures. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta