This historical atlas explores the world's earliest civilizations and their impact on society

From the first farming settlements of Mesopotamia, via Egypt, Greece and Rome, to the civilizations of the Far East, Europe and America, explore the world's earliest societies with this historical atlas. It includes more than 70 full-color maps, timelines, and more than 60 photographs and artwork reconstructions. Informatively written, and ideal for both students and the general reader, this atlas plots the rise and fall of empires, the nature of different societies and the evolution of technology.
John Haywood is the author of a number of books, including The Penguin Historical Atlas of the Vikings and The Historical Atlas of the Celtic World. View titles by John Haywood

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This historical atlas explores the world's earliest civilizations and their impact on society

From the first farming settlements of Mesopotamia, via Egypt, Greece and Rome, to the civilizations of the Far East, Europe and America, explore the world's earliest societies with this historical atlas. It includes more than 70 full-color maps, timelines, and more than 60 photographs and artwork reconstructions. Informatively written, and ideal for both students and the general reader, this atlas plots the rise and fall of empires, the nature of different societies and the evolution of technology.

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John Haywood is the author of a number of books, including The Penguin Historical Atlas of the Vikings and The Historical Atlas of the Celtic World. View titles by John Haywood

Books for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Each May, we honor the stories, histories, and cultures of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Below is a selection of acclaimed fiction and nonfiction books by AANHPI creators to share with your students this month and throughout the year. Find our full collection of titles for Higher Education here.

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