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An online text that explores the theory of ancient times and dawn of mankind, and includes translations of several ancient texts from Sumer, Babylonia, the Apocrypha, Pseudepigrapha, and sacred texts.
The British Museum uses objects in its collection to explore the cities, buildings technology, trade, religion and writing of the ancient world. Includes maps.
Accounts taken from the writings of Herodotus, Strabo, and Procopius of Caesarea.
Background information with a historical timeline, including images and links.
Fully up-to-date account of the very earliest days translated by Sheila Ann Ogilvie, written by Otto-Wilhelm Von Vacano, 1960 by subscription.
A glimpse into their lives by Jaime Kozlowski.
Introduction to the history, culture, politics, art and warfare with a timeline, map, a look at life in Athens, and ancient language lessons.
Topics include archaeology, architecture, art, culture, history, and maps.
A quick historical reference for both the novice and student of Greek culture as collected and compiled by Charlie Kyriacou.
The complete text of book written by Pausanias, fl.c.160 C.E.
An educational site for children exploring many aspects.
Classic text covering a broad history of the empire.
Highlights the role of age in determining behaviour, and expectations of behaviour, across the life span of an inhabitant by Mary Harlow and Ray Laurence, 2002 by subscription.
Chronicle of events during the invasions and the downfall of the empire, the complete text from The History of the Christian Church by Henry C. Sheldon, 1895.
Information through images.
A list of dynasties and rulers, queen list and an introduction to some well-known pharaohs, including a mummification process, hieroglyphics translator, and love songs.
A list of various important rulers and events.
Separate timelines for Egyptian history, writing, mummification, and pyramid building.
Features history, culture, and mythology with a glossary and translations of ancient texts.
Resource featuring information on gods, monuments, hieroglyphs and kings.
Rosalie David provides an engaging portrait of what we know about ancient Egypt today, examining issues of religion, beliefs and practices surrounding death, everyday life, and literature, 2000.
A complete text by A. R.David, 1996.
Brief summary.
Moderated forum is intended specifically for the sharing of historical knowledge of ancient Egypt.
Text which chronicles the history and remaining archaeological and artistic evidence of this remarkable fusion of cultures based on common grounds of Christian faith and adaptation.
Definition, including a detailed map.
A translated listing with information.
Information on important city-states, prehistorical and historical data, images, and maps.
A chronological list with names and images.
Rich Hamper offers unusual information on aspects of life in the late Republic. Topics include cosmetics, music, interjections, hair, pets, and sanitation.
An operational history of the third Roman legion by John J. Hartwell.
Discusses Bob Brier's book "The Murder of Tutankhamen: A True Story".
Theory that the Pythagorean theorem was developed in Egypt
Brief information on the decimal system using seven different symbols.
The leaders of the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms.
A collection of photos and documents relating to Tutankhamun and the discovery of his tomb.
Discover the texts in the pyramid of Unas, has photographs of the walls and translations.
A glimpse at the Egyptian reverence for their gods.
A tale of Ancient Egypt, c. 2200 B.C.E.
A metaphor for an intractable problem, solved by a bold stroke.
the career and impact of the great Macedonian conqueror and the main themes of his reign by Richard Stoneman, 2004 by subscription.
Devoted to discussion of just where Alexander might have been buried, and what has become of his tomb - one of history's great mysteries.
Detailed biography of the life of Julius Caesar, his wars, and his assassination in the context of the Roman Republic.
Online encyclopedia covering the rulers of the Roman Empire from Augustus (27 BC-AD 14) to Constantine XI Palaeologus (1449-1453).
On-line encyclopedia on the rulers of the empire from Augustus (27 B.C.-14 A.D.) to Constantine XI Palaeologus (1449-1453).
An article by Thomas J. Shahan on the emperor who was born at Acco in Palestine in 208, and murdered by his mutinous soldiers at Sicula on the Rhine.
A brief biography of Augustus, grand-nephew of Julius Caesar.
Wikipedia entry dealing with this Roman Emperor.
Provides an essay on the life and reign of this 5th Century Roman ruler.
A biography of the Emperor Caligula which also details some of his fears and depravities.