The Penguin Historical Atlas of Ancient Civilizations
(Author) John HaywoodThe Penguin Historical Atlas of Ancient Civilizations explores the world's earliest cultures, from the farming settlements of Mesopotamia to the Americas and Polynesia, via the birth of Greek city states and the foundation of Rome. It examines the development of civilizations in the Near East - Babylonian, Assyrian, Persian - as well as those in Europe - the Minoans, Etruscans and Celts. Across the continents of Africa, Asia and America, it covers such subjects as Egypt from its pre-dynastic roots to the age of the Pharaohs, China during the Shang and Zhou dynasties, and the great cities of the Incas and Aztecs. Vivid descriptions of civilizations are complemented by discussion of such key topics as colonization, agriculture and technology, and the rise of empires and city states. Richly illustrated with timelines, photographs, artwork re-creations and full-colour maps, this is an illuminating and multi-faceted one-volume introduction to early peoples and the worlds they created. - Back cover.
John Haywood
John Haywood was an American historian and writer known for his contributions to early American literature. He is best known for his work "The Civil and Political History of the State of Tennessee," which remains a key resource for scholars studying the history of the region. Haywood's writing style is characterized by its meticulous research and attention to detail, making his works highly regarded in the field of early American history. His impact on the genre of historical literature is undeniable, as his writings have helped shape our understanding of the development of the United States.