Best Selling Books by Hazel Mary Martell

Richly illustrated with maps and reconstruction of everyday life, this resource book explores the geography, culture and history of the ancient world. Full-color illustrations.

Students learn about the rich legacy of the ancient Greeks in this beautifully illustrated book about Greek mythology and civilization and how these are intertwined. Greek gods and heroes emerge from the stories told in this book, as well as the many landmarks and artifacts that were made to honor these ancient figures. Various traditions about the Greek religion, culture, and people are revealed. Readers learn about the structure of Greek city-states and about different traditions and inventions, including those of clothing and jewelry, entertainment, warfare, science and education, agriculture, trade, and transportation.

An illustrated survey of the history, politics, culture, and daily life of the Vikings.

Offers a street-by-street tour, not of an actual town, but of a composite which includes many elements typical of Roman towns throughout the Empire at the beginning of the first century A.D.

Gods, goddesses, and legendary heroes are brought to life in the stunning illustrations and exciting stories of Myths and Civilization of the Ancient Greeks. The civilization behind the myths is also shown in historical reconstructions of architecture, artifacts, and scenes from daily life. This book shows how the mythology and civilization of this ancient people were intertwined. Book jacket.

An examination of several of the more important ancient civilizations of Peru with particular focus on the Incas and with attention drawn also to the effects of the Spanish conquests. Suggested level: primary, intermediate, junior secondary.

Discusses the history, social structure, mythology, religions, and culture of the Vikings.

Readable text and rich illustrations combine to provide an informative look at the last millennium.

Explores everyday life of the Vikings.

A look at the world''s greatest tomb, with a description of how it was built and the engineering feats involved in its construction. During the course of this book the Egyptian attitudes to their pharoahs is approached as well as the significance of death, mummies and pyramids.

Celts focuses on life during the Iron Age period when the Celts dominated much of Europe before the rise of the Roman Empire. The book looks at their way of life, their arts and crafts, trade and transport, religion, food and entertainment. It also includes a map of the Celtic tribes of Europe.

Provides information about the history, daily life, social structure, and culture of the Celts.

Explores the history of the world from 1500 to 1650, an active period which included the Renaissance in Europe, European explorations among the ancient empires of Africa and South America, and the decline of the Mogul Empire in India.

A visual approach to the history of the human race, from the emergence of people and the very first settlements, through ancient civilizations to the present day.

These four Factfinders titles introduce an exciting new reference series that are sure to entice young readers by putting the wonders of the world at your fingertips. With over 30,000 terms and more than 4,000 detailed, eye-catching illustrations, these comfortable and comprehensive reference volumes provide definitions, diagrams, maps, and handy fast facts throughout. From the habits and habitats of the earth''s animals to the mysterious reaches of outer space, from the marvels of human anatomy to the drama of the past, Factfinders are your guides to knowledge and discovery.

Includes Scandinavian recipes to try

Examines the growth of Islam during the first thousand years after the time of Muhammad, discussing the effect of this religion on the lives of its followers and on their science and technology up to the end of the sixteenth century.

"The Illustrated History of the World is a lavish, comprehensive reference book that vividly depicts the fascinatingly varied civilizations of the ancient world along with the cultures and societies of the modern period that are rooted in them. Here the great civilizations of Greece, Rome, Egypt, the Fertile Crescent, China, Africa and India, and the diverse cultures of the modern world are brought to life through the close examination of daily life, trade and commerce, art and warfare. Special sections include "Myths and Religions of the Ancient World," "The Enlightenment," "Colonialism," and "UN and Aid Or-ganizations in the Modern World," to name just a few. Full of colorful descriptions and curious details, this book also offers portraits of both well-known individuals, such as Winston Churchill and Leonardo Da Vinci, and lesser-known figures, such as Kubilai Khan and Akbar of Turkey. Maps throughout provide a geographic context for people and events and work with running timelines, brief historical overviews and numerous color illustrations to offer a comprehensive examination of the unfolding pageant of human history.