Readings in World Civilization: Primary Sources in Ancient and Early Medieval History (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798823321501)

Readings in World Civilization: Primary Sources in Ancient and Early Medieval History provides students with a carefully curated collection of articles that explore key events and ideas that have shaped our world.

The anthology includes 39 readings from a variety of sources, including The Holy Bible, The Rosetta Stone, The Art of War, The Histories of Herodotus, The Odyssey, History of the Franks, The Life of Mohammad, The Fourth Crusade, and many more. Students learn about Babylonian legends of creation, Caesar's commentaries on the Gallic War, Bronze Age royal burials, Roman life and history, and the life of Charlemagne. Each reading features an introduction from the editor, which provides invaluable context for the readings and key points for students to consider.

Providing students with an enlightening collection of primary sources, Readings in World Civilization is an ideal textbook for courses and programs in world history.