The Encyclopedia of Ancient Civilizations is exceptionally unique in its concentration on civil-ization—those early cultures which developed sophisticated social structures. This book is a comprehensive and informative encyclopedia on the subject. Richard Leakey',s introduction provides a fascinating overview of the origins of mankind and a general outline of the prehistoric world.
The Encyclopedia of Ancient Civilizations covers thoroughly the ancient world itself, and analyzes in separate sections Egypt, West Asia, India, Europe. the Orient, and pre-Columbian civilizations. This wide ranging book contains individual entries for the origins of the civilization at hand, a chronology of major events, language, art, architecture, mythology, religion, and a special section.of references; and further reading.
The Encyclopedia of Ancient Civilizations is the work, of more than thirty international experts, It contains over 300 black and white illustrations, 16 pages of color, and 28 maps.
In Very Good condition with minor shelf wear. The dust jacket has been covered in plastic and there is an ownership plate on the first page. See photos, this is the actual book, not a stock shot.