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Rome is one of the most famous cities in the world. Its history is long and tumultuous, but at one point Rome was one of the world s greatest superpowers. What happened to make this strong and powerful city fall? Historians and archaeologists have been trying to answer this question for many years. This gives insight into how Rome was built and how the Romans lived during the city-state's prime. Informative sidebars and fact boxes supplement full-color...
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The Aztec people lived in central Mexico and are known for their rich culture and powerful empire. Although these people held control over several regions in Mexico, the Spanish conquistadors eventually removed them from power. What has become of these once famous cities? Archaeologists and historians have been working toward uncovering more information about how these people came to power, how they lived, and what their culture consisted of. Readers...
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Stonehenge is one of the archaeological mysteries of the world. Experts are not entirely certain why Stonehenge was built, but there are clues that have aided them in working toward discovering its true purpose. Readers will learn about some of the theories archaeologists have about Stonehenge s past and how there is not enough evidence to support their theories entirely. Maps, sidebars, and full-color photographs supplement information in the text...
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"Machu Picchu, a UNESCO world heritage site, is one of the most important archaeological finds in history. This sanctuary stands at the boundary between the Peruvian Andes and the Amazon Basin, making for spectacular views. But the people who built this sanctuary, the Inca, are much more mysterious. Who Built Machu Picchu? will give readers insight about how these people lived, what their customs were, and how this awe-inspiring city was found after...
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