Raven Todd DaSilva

Broschiertes Buch

The Other Ancient Civilisations

Decoding Archaeology's Less Celebrated Cultures (History Gifts, Ancient World History)

Beschreibung

Journey beyond the familiar—discover the lost worlds, stunning achievements, and enduring mysteries of humanity’s greatest ancient civilizations. "If Indiana Jones wrote a guidebook, it might mirror what Raven Todd da Silva has penned. The Other Ancient Civilisations gives life to the shadows of heroes and everyday people travelers walk in the footsteps of today." — Forbes Magazine If you’re searching for history books about civilization that reveal the extraordinary diversity of our past, The Other Ancient Civilisations is your essential guide. Travel from the bustling cities of the Indus Valley and the monumental architecture of Great Zimbabwe, to the enigmatic Etruscans of Italy and the seafaring Lapita of Oceania. This immersive history of civilization explores the world history facts and archaeological discoveries behind societies such as the Akkadians, Hittites, Minoans, Olmec, and Xiongnu—cultures whose legacies have shaped the course of humanity but are often overlooked in most history of civilization books. Step into the vibrant world of ancient civilizations and experience history through the eyes of the Nabateans who carved Petra from desert stone, the Nubian Kingdom of Kush with its striking pyramids, and the Mississippian mound-builders of North America. Discover the artistry of Japan’s Jōmon, the astronomical mastery of the Únětice in Central Europe, the terracotta sculptures of Nigeria’s Nok, and the monumental mounds of the Marajoara at the mouth of the Amazon. The Other Ancient Civilisations offers a sweeping look at the history of civilizations across continents and centuries. Inside, you’ll find: * Engaging accounts of ancient civilizations history with world history facts that challenge old assumptions and highlight the ingenuity of humanity’s past. * Vivid explanations of architecture visual history that breathe life into lost cities and monuments, from the pyramids of Nubia to the palaces of the Minoans. * A critical look at history world civilization culture revealing the complexity and diversity of early societies, including the Olmec, Marajoara, and Únětice. * Clear, accessible writing that makes even the most complex history of civilizations easy to understand. * A must-have for anyone seeking history of civilization books that blend rigorous scholarship with captivating storytelling. If you’ve read books such as The Forgotten Peoples of the Ancient World, The Lost World of The Old Ones, or 1177 B.C., you'll love The Other Ancient Civilisations. Uncover the real stories behind the myths, and see how cultures from the Indus Valley to Great Zimbabwe, from the Olmec to the Xiongnu, helped shape the world we live in today.

Autor

Raven Todd Da Silva is an award-winning scholar, archaeologist and art conservator who is passionate about all things ancient. Since 2016, she has built an online platform dedicated to making learning about the past accessible, fun and “sexy” for everyone called Dig it With Raven. She strongly believes that learning about the past should be accessible to all and that the education of this subject has been gate-kept by old men in stuffy libraries for years. Raven has worked on archaeological projects in Greece, Italy, North Macedonia, Oman, and Turkey, and specialises in the Neolithic archaeology of Southwest Asia. She has also been featured as an expert presenter on multiple podcasts, and videos. Raven holds a HBA from the University of Toronto in Classical and Near and Middle Eastern Civilisations, an MSc from the University of Amsterdam in the Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage, and an MA from University College London in the Archaeology and Heritage of Egypt and the Middle East.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Mango Publishing Group
• Seitenzahl: 350
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. Oktober 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 226mm x 151mm x 19mm
• Gewicht: 518g
• ISBN-13: 9781684813230
• ISBN-10: 1684813239
• Artikelnr.: 68141925