This engaging introduction to the history of ancient civilizations is perfect for young readers and their families. Written by the noted educator Celestia Angenette Bloss, the book covers the major civilizations of the ancient world, from Mesopotamia to Rome, and provides a wealth of information on their art, science, religion, and society. With its lively prose and informative illustrations, this book is an excellent resource for homeschoolers and classroom teachers alike. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.