Describes the daily life of the upper classes during the New Kingdom period of ancient Egypt, from about 1550 BCE to about 1070 BCE, including the structure of society, the differing roles of men and women, and what it was like to be a child in that era.
"Explores the mythical and historical backgrounds of griffins and phoenixes, including the hippogriff, monster birds of the Middle East (rukh, Simorgh, anqa), the giant condor, and the Thunder Birds of the Americas."--Provided by publisher.
Traces the Roman Empire from its beginnings as a kingdom, discussing the history, culture, deities, and legacy of the Romans. Includes topics such as: The family, slavery, buildings, art, goddesses and gods.