A lavishly illustrated discussion of the events, ideas, artists and other major personalities of the Renaissance period in Italy.

An account of the voyages of exploration and discovery made between 1420 and 1620.

Profusely illustrated survey of the monarchies of seventeenth century Europe.

Profusely illustrated description of the history, culture and civilization of ancient Mesopotamia.

A six-hundred-year history of medieval Europe, covering the spread of Christianity to barbaric tribes; the rise of parliamentary government and the stabilization of nation states; the development of court and jury justice; the revival and expansion of trade; the growth of towns, feudal life, and education; and the new trends in art and architecture.

Surveys the history, civilization and culture of India from the Third Millennium B.C. to the 17th century A.D.

Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Kenya.

"Explores the geography, history, government, economy, people, and culture of Poland"--Provided by publisher.

"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Italy"--Provided by publisher.