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Get closer to solving the mystery of the Nazca lines with this riveting title. Learn about leading theories, important clues, and study the evidence to develop your on conclusions on how and why the lines were made. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Index Reviewed Table of contents History is filled with famous and riveting mysteries. Scientists, archaeologists, and others have developed theories in an attempt to solve these fascinating puzzles....
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"Get closer to solving the mystery of the sphinx with this riveting title. Learn about leading theories, important clues, and study the evidence to develop your on conclusions about the building, purpose, and age of this statue." --Provided by publisher.
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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 book gives insight into how Rome was built and how the Romans lived during the city-state's prime. Informative sidebars and fact boxes supplement...
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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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Much of ancient Pompeii remained intact when the city was rediscovered, preserved by the volcanic ash of Mount Vesuvius. This preservation presented artifacts that serve as clues for archaeologists to piece together what life was like for these Roman people. This book delves into who found these buried cities and what was involved in uncovering Pompeii's past. Brightly colored photographs and informational sidebars give readers the tools to become...
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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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The great pyramids in Egypt have boggled the minds of archaeologists and historians for many years. Why were they built? Who built them? Over time, historians have been able to answer these questions through examining artifacts that have been found inside and by analyzing mummified bodies and attempting to identify the people buried inside. This book provides readers with information conveyed through text and full-color photographs. Fact boxes and...
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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. The people who built this sanctuary, the Inca, are much more mysterious. This book gives readers insight about how these people lived, what their customs were, and how this awe-inspiring city was found after the Inca were conquered....
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